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 £24 - £40 and takes 5h 11m.

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 12m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Dundee via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

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 4h 2m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m 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.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Forfar train from?

Prestwick to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestwick Town station.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Forfar?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Forfar is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Prestwick to Forfar bus arrive?

Prestwick to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Prestwick to Forfar train arrive?

Prestwick to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central 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 549+ hotels available in Forfar.

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There are 5 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 2m
£58–114
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 11m
£24–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
4h 12m
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Forfarcar 119.9 mi
2h 18m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
5h 16m
£48–89

Prestwick to Forfar by train and bus

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Forfar via Glasgow Central, Central Station Forecourt, George Square, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Hebrides Drive in around 4h 12m.

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