How to get from Forfar to Edinburgh by bus and train?

From Forfar to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Forfar to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 20 bus from St John's Church, Forfar station to Waterstones, Dundee City Centre station. Next, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Dundee station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Forfar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

135min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2020
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Leaves from St John's Church, Forfar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St John's Church, Forfar
    ID 6490IM331
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Dundee City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waterstones, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400A127
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dundee
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    81 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Forfar to Edinburgh by bus and train via E1, 17 and CROSSCOUNTRY

To get from Forfar to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the E1 bus from Lidl, Forfar station to Stobswell station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 17 bus and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Dundee station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Forfar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to bus station
Bus - E1E1
Bus - 1717
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Leaves from Lidl, Forfar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lidl, Forfar
    ID 6490IM1418
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - E1E1
    Wait for bus
    E1
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stobswell
    ID 6400PT1708
    22 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Ninewells
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Whitehall Street, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400L0005
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dundee
    220 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    81 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Forfar to Edinburgh

The distance between Forfar, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 118.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 135 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forfar to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Forfar to Edinburgh

To check the bus and train schedule from Forfar to Edinburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Forfar) and destination (Edinburgh), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Forfar to Edinburgh by bus and train via E1, 17 and CROSSCOUNTRY

To get from Forfar to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the E1 bus from Lidl, Forfar station to Stobswell station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 17 bus and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Dundee station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Forfar may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to bus station
Bus - E1E1
Bus - 1717
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Leaves from Lidl, Forfar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lidl, Forfar
    ID 6490IM1418
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - E1E1
    Wait for bus
    E1
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stobswell
    ID 6400PT1708
    22 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Ninewells
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Whitehall Street, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400L0005
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dundee
    220 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    81 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forfar to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 135 minutes, using Bus line 20, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forfar to Edinburgh?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Bus line E1, Bus line 17, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 15 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forfar to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The 20 bus line goes from St John's Church, Forfar station near Forfar to Dundee City Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Dundee City Centre station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Forfar and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Forfar to get to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get on the 20 bus from the St John's Church, Forfar stop near Forfar in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Forfar and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Dundee City Centre station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • When is the last bus from Forfar to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The last bus from Forfar to Edinburgh in Scotland is the Bridge of Don - Edinburgh line. It leaves the Lidl, Forfar stop at 04:56.

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