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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Forfar is to train via Perth which costs £25 - £85 and takes 8h 51m.

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 51m 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 Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at The Cross via Union Street, Park and Ride and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Thurso to Forfar?

The distance between Thurso and Forfar is 284 miles. The road distance is 229.2 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 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m 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 Ember, depart from Royal Bank of Scotland station.

Train or bus from Thurso to Forfar?

The best way to get from Thurso to Forfar is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Perth, which costs £25 - £85 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Thurso to Forfar bus arrive?

Thurso to Forfar bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Thurso to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Forfar is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Thurso to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 465+ hotels available in Forfar.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Union Streetbus E6
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Park and Ridebus E8
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Hebrides Drivebus M9 / ...
7h 50m
Train via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
8h 51m
£26–82
Drive 227.8 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Forfarcar 227.8 mi
4h 51m
£56–81
Bus via Inverness
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
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Hebrides Drivebus M9 / ...
8h 4m
£46–70
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
9h 5m
£91–105

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thurso to Forfar.

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Distance: 282.4 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to The Cross via Union Street, Park and Ride, and Hebrides Drive in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurso to Lidl via Inverness, Perth, Dundee, and Railway Station in around 8h 51m.

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