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 £35 - £65 and takes 10h 2m.

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 The Cross via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

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 43m and costs £70 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m 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 43m and costs £70 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 9h 26m.

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 358+ 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 43m
£74–247
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Overgatebus Ukn11
10h 2m
£37–62
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Hebrides Drivebus M92
9h 26m
£58–124
Drive 295.3 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Forfarcar 295.3 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 12m
£76–153
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
£152–214
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 22m
£91–218
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 41m
£125–253
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 4m
£108–222
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 36m
£142–324

Sheffield to Forfar by train and bus

133Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sheffield to Forfar.

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Distance: 325.2 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to The Cross via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Hebrides Drive in around 9h 26m.

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