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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Forfar is to bus via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 which costs £35 - £130 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Forfar is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Forfar via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Forfar?

The distance between Sheffield and Forfar is 327 miles. The road distance is 297.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £80 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Sheffield to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Forfar bus from?

Sheffield to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Forfar?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Forfar is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £80 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Sheffield to Forfar bus arrive?

Sheffield to Forfar bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Forfar is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Sheffield to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 370+ hotels available in Forfar.

Sheffield to Forfar - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Sheffield to Forfar by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
6h 53m
£80–241
Bus via Meadowhall Interchange/B1
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
9h 56m
£35–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
9h 18m
£54–118
Drive 295.7 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Forfarcar 295.7 mi
5h 38m
£73–105
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Forfarbus
6h 9m
£77–165
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
7h 8m
£146–205
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus
6h 26m
£96–238
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus
6h 37m
£124–270
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
7h 10m
£110–234
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Aberdeentrain
4. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forfarbus
8h 40m
£147–334

Sheffield to Forfar by train and bus

121Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sheffield to Forfar.

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Distance: 324.9 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Sheffield, England and Forfar, Scotland?

You can take a train from Sheffield to Forfar via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Forfar via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 9h 18m.

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