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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Forfar is to bus via Overgate which costs £13 - £22 and takes 5h 29m.

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 18m 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 Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Forfar?

The distance between Prestwick and Forfar is 127 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 43m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m 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 43m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 6m.

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 18m to drive from Prestwick to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 500+ 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 Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
3h 43m
£23–33
Bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 29m
£13–22
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 6m
£37–82
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Forfarcar 119.9 mi
2h 18m
£30–43

Prestwick to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

191Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.6 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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 and Hebrides Drive in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to The Cross via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 6m.

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