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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Forfar is to bus via Seagate Bus Station which costs £19 - £29 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Forfar?

The distance between Prestwick and Forfar is 136 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £24 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Prestwick to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Forfar bus from?

Prestwick to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Forfar?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Forfar is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £24 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Prestwick to Forfar bus arrive?

Prestwick to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Blythswood Street station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Forfar is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Prestwick to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 474+ hotels available in Forfar.

Prestwick to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Prestwick to Forfar by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to DundeeGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 50m
£25–67
Bus via Seagate Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationmegabus M9 / ...
4h 53m
£19–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Blythswood StreetX77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
3h 56m
£23–33
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Forfar119.9 mi
2h 17m
£30–44

Prestwick to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

177Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Lidl via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to The Cross via Blythswood Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Hebrides Drive in around 3h 56m.

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