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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Forfar is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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 £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats to Forfar. However, there are services departing from New Sneddon Street and arriving at The Cross via Terminal Building, Railway Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

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 3h 55m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Forfar?

The distance between Saltcoats and Forfar is 129 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 3h 55m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m 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 FlixBus, depart from Terminal Building 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 3h 55m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Saltcoats to Forfar bus arrive?

Saltcoats to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate 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 534+ hotels available in Forfar.

Saltcoats to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 11 bus

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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 / ...
3h 55m
£53–100
Drive 117.2 mi
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1. Drive from Saltcoats to Forfarcar 117.2 mi
2h 22m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 37m
£30–49
Line 11 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North Ayrshire Museum to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 11
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M9
5h 22m
£29–42

Saltcoats to Forfar by train, bus, and foot

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Saltcoats to The Cross via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Cathedral Street, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Terminal Building to Overgate every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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