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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Forfar is to bus via Hebrides Drive which costs £27 - £50 and takes 6h 30m.

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 49m 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 Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Lidl via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Forfar?

The distance between Sunderland and Forfar is 209 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 44m and costs £15 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m 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 Sunderland 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 44m and costs £15 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 53m.

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 49m to drive from Sunderland to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 473+ 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 WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DundeeEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 44m
£16–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to LidlE1
5h 53m
Drive 186.5 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Forfar186.5 mi
3h 49m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to ArbroathLondon Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
5h 39m
£100–148
Bus via Hebrides Drive
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Hebrides DriveM92
6h 30m
£28–48

Sunderland to Forfar by subway, train, and bus

199Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.4 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a subway from Sunderland to Lidl via Central Station, Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Lidl via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 5h 53m.

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