What is the cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Forfar?

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Forfar is to bus and line 20 bus which costs £13 - £20 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Motherwell to Forfar?

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Forfar is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at The Cross via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Forfar?

The distance between Motherwell and Forfar is 109 miles. The road distance is 88.7 miles.

How do I travel from Motherwell to Forfar without a car?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Forfar without a car is to bus and line 20 bus which takes 3h 15m and costs £13 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Motherwell to Forfar?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Motherwell to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Forfar bus from?

Motherwell to Forfar bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52.

Where does the Motherwell to Forfar bus arrive?

Motherwell to Forfar bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Dundee Seagate Bus Station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Forfar is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Motherwell to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 477+ hotels available in Forfar.

Motherwell to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 20 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Motherwell to Forfar by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationmegabus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to The Cross21B / ...
3h 15m
£14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to LidlE1
3h 30m
Drive 88.2 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Forfar88.2 mi
1h 45m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
3h 21m
£17–23

Motherwell to Forfar by bus

329Weekly Buses

3h 15mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.1 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Hamilton Road to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52, and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 15m.

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