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 £18 - £35 and takes 4h 1m.

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 Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Forfar?

The distance between Prestwick and Forfar is 131 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 via Overgate which takes 4h 1m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m 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 via Overgate which takes 4h 1m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 4h 3m.

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 83+ 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 via Overgate
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 1m
£18–31
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 3m
£55–99
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Forfarcar 119.9 mi
2h 17m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
4h 27m
£21–32

Prestwick to Forfar by bus

147Weekly Buses

4h 27mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.9 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to Forfar via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 4h 1m. 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 3m.

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