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

The cheapest way to get from Portree to Forfar is to bus via Perth which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portree to Forfar is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Portree and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Portree to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Somerled Square and arriving at The Cross via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride and Forum Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Portree to Forfar?

The distance between Portree and Forfar is 269 miles. The road distance is 208.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portree to Forfar without a car is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Portree to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portree to Forfar bus from?

Portree to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Somerled Square station.

Where does the Portree to Forfar bus arrive?

Portree to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Portree to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Portree to Forfar is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Portree to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 539+ hotels available in Forfar.

Portree to Forfar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portree to Forfar by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus Uk093 / ...
7h 32m
£40–71
Bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portree Square to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus
3. Take the bus from South Street to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
9h 21m
£35–51
Drive 206.9 mi
1. Drive from Portree to Forfarcar 206.9 mi
4h 9m
£52–74
Bus, train via Perth
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
8h 20m
£58–135
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
8h 41m
£87–158

Portree to Forfar by bus and foot

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Distance: 267.6 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Somerled Square to The Cross via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride, Overgate, and Forum Centre in around 7h 32m.

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