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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Forfar is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Forfar is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Forfar via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Forfar?

The distance between Sunderland and Forfar is 208 miles. The road distance is 187.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Forfar without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 46m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Sunderland to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Forfar bus from?

Sunderland to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Forfar?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Forfar is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 46m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Sunderland to Forfar bus arrive?

Sunderland to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Forfar is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Sunderland to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 480+ hotels available in Forfar.

Sunderland to Forfar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Forfar by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 46m
£45–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
6h 23m
£21–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Forfarbus Ember
5h 22m
£36–113
Drive 186.5 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Forfarcar 186.5 mi
3h 50m
£47–67
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Cupartrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
5h 43m
£93–143

Sunderland to Forfar by train and bus

147Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.2 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Forfar via Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and Dundee station in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Forfar via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 6h 23m.

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