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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Forfar is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Forfar?

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Forfar is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats Station and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Forum Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Saltcoats and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Saltcoats to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats and arriving at Dundee via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Forfar?

The distance between Saltcoats and Forfar is 128 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

How do I travel from Saltcoats to Forfar without a car?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Saltcoats to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Forfar bus from?

Saltcoats to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Saltcoats Station.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Forfar train from?

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

Train or bus from Saltcoats to Forfar?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Forfar is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Saltcoats to Forfar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Saltcoats to Forfar train arrive?

Saltcoats to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Forfar is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Saltcoats to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 528+ hotels available in Forfar.

Saltcoats to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Saltcoats to Forfar by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 5m
£47–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saltcoats Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 30m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 22m
£29–57
Drive 117.2 mi
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Forfarcar 117.2 mi
2h 22m
£30–43

Saltcoats to Forfar by train, foot, and bus

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Saltcoats to Forfar via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saltcoats Station to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Forum Centre in around 4h 30m.

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