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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Forfar is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 3h 58m.

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 £29 - £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 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Forfar?

The distance between Prestwick and Forfar is 128 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 bus which takes 3h 58m and costs £19 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 bus which takes 3h 58m and costs £19 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Prestwick to Forfar bus arrive?

Prestwick to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 469+ 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 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
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationmegabus M9 / ...
3h 58m
£19–29
Train
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 / ...
4h 5m
£27–67
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Forfar119.9 mi
2h 17m
£30–43
Bus via Hebrides Drive
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM9
4h 12m
£23–33

Prestwick to Forfar by bus

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52, and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to Lidl via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 4h 5m.

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