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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Forfar is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 9h 26m.

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 36m 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 The Cross via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Forfar?

The distance between Sheffield and Forfar is 327 miles. The road distance is 297 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 16m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m 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 16m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 8h 54m.

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 36m to drive from Sheffield to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 474+ 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 WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DundeeEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
6h 16m
£53–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to OvergateUkn11
9h 26m
£25–44
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Edinburgh, Bus Station180
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM92
8h 54m
£50–95
Drive 295.3 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Forfar295.3 mi
5h 36m
£74–107
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Adelphi to Lidl
5h 58m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
6h 35m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Malmaison
5h 50m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Adelphi to Lidl
5h 54m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
6h 42m
£66–215
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness Airport Station to Aberdeen
4. Take the bus from Adelphi to Lidl
8h 11m

Sheffield to Forfar by train and bus

199Weekly Services

6h 16mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 325.4 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Lidl via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to The Cross via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Hebrides Drive in around 8h 54m.

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