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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Forfar is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Forfar is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Bank of Scotland and arriving at The Cross via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride and Forum Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Forfar?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Dundee via Inverness and Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Thurso to Forfar?

The distance between Thurso and Forfar is 280 miles. The road distance is 230 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Forfar without a car is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Thurso to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Forfar bus from?

Thurso to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bank of Scotland station.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Forfar train from?

Thurso to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.

Train or bus from Thurso to Forfar?

The best way to get from Thurso to Forfar is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can train via Perth, which costs £90 - £190 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Thurso to Forfar bus arrive?

Thurso to Forfar bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Thurso to Forfar train arrive?

Thurso to Forfar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Thurso to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Forfar is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Thurso to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 530+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus Uk093 / ...
7h 52m
£21–33
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
8h 53m
£95–188
Drive 228.7 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Forfarcar 228.7 mi
4h 57m
£57–82
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus Ember
8h 49m
£34–51
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
9h 13m
£124–211

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Distance: 278.1 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Thurso, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bank of Scotland to The Cross via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride, Overgate, and Forum Centre in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurso to The Cross via Inverness, Perth, Dundee, and Forum Centre in around 8h 53m.

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