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 £23 - £35 and takes 4h 6m.

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 4h 6m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Forfar?

The distance between Prestwick and Forfar is 135 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 4h 4m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 4h 4m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 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 506+ 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

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Train
best
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 4m
£57–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
4h 6m
£23–33
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Forfarcar 119.9 mi
2h 18m
£30–43
Bus via Seagate Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
4h 52m

Prestwick to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

147Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.7 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Forfar via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive in around 4h 6m.

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