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How to get from Forth to Annan by bus and train?

From Forth to Annan by bus and train

To get from Forth to Annan in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 137 bus from Manse Road, Forth station to St Charles Avenue, Carstairs Junction station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Carlisle station to Annan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 40 min.

280min
Bus - 137137
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Annan
Leaves from Manse Road, Forth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Forth
  • 2
    Bus - 137137
    Wait for bus
    137
    Carnwath
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Charles Avenue, Carstairs Junction
    ID 61501252
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Carstairs
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Airport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carlisle
    ID CAR
    53 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Annan
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Annan
    Walk to
    Annan
    580 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Forth to Annan

The distance between Forth, Scotland and Annan, Scotland is approximately 168.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 280 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forth to Annan by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Forth

Forth is located at Forth, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Porteous Place, Forth.

Bus stations close to Forth:

  • Porteous Place, Forth
  • Climpy Road, Forth
  • Tinto View, Forth

Public transport stations close to Annan, Scotland

Annan is located at Annan, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Guysgill, Newington.

Train stations close to Annan:

  • Annan

Bus stations close to Annan:

  • Guysgill, Newington
  • Silverlaw, Newington
  • Tesco, Annan

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forth to Annan?

    The fastest way takes 280 minutes, using Bus line 137, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Forth and Annan in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forth to Annan in Scotland?

    The 137 bus line goes from Carnwath station near Forth to St Charles Avenue, Carstairs Junction station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till St Charles Avenue, Carstairs Junction station near Annan in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Forth to Annan in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Forth and Annan in Scotland by bus and train is about 4 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Forth to get to Annan in Scotland?

    Get on the 137 bus from the Carnwath stop near Forth in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Forth and Annan in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the St Charles Avenue, Carstairs Junction station, which is closest to Annan in Scotland.

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