How to get from Arbroath to Forfar by bus?

From Arbroath to Forfar by bus

To get from Arbroath to Forfar in Scotland, take the 140 bus from Bus Station, Arbroath station to Bank Street, Brechin station. Next, take the 21 bus from Bank Street, Brechin station to St John's Church, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The bus schedule from Arbroath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

69min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 140140
Bus - 2121
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Bus Station, Arbroath

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Arbroath
    ID 6490IM1735
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 140140
    Wait for bus
    140
    Stracathro
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bank Street, Brechin
    ID 6490IM460
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Dundee City Centre
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St John's Church, Forfar
    ID 6490IM331
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arbroath to Forfar by bus via 27

Take one direct bus from Arbroath to Forfar in Scotland: take the 27 bus from Bus Station, Arbroath station to St John's Church, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The bus schedule from Arbroath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

52min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2727
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Bus Station, Arbroath

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Arbroath
    ID 6490IM1733
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2727
    Wait for bus
    27
    Forfar
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St John's Church, Forfar
    ID 6490IM331
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Arbroath to Forfar

The distance between Arbroath, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland is approximately 49.32 km, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arbroath to Forfar by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Arbroath to Forfar

To check the bus schedule from Arbroath to Forfar using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Arbroath) and destination (Forfar), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Alternative route from Arbroath to Forfar by bus via 27

Take one direct bus from Arbroath to Forfar in Scotland: take the 27 bus from Bus Station, Arbroath station to St John's Church, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The bus schedule from Arbroath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

52min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2727
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Bus Station, Arbroath

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Arbroath
    ID 6490IM1733
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2727
    Wait for bus
    27
    Forfar
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St John's Church, Forfar
    ID 6490IM331
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Bus line 140, Bus line 21.

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

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 27.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

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

    The 140 bus line goes from Bus Station, Arbroath station near Arbroath to Stracathro station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Stracathro station near Forfar in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Arbroath to Forfar in Scotland by bus?

    The total travel time between Arbroath and Forfar in Scotland by bus is about 1 hr 9 min.

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

    Get on the 140 bus from the Bus Station, Arbroath stop near Arbroath in Scotland.

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

    Get off the bus at the Stracathro stop, which is closest to Forfar in Scotland.

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

    The last bus from Arbroath to Forfar in Scotland is the Forfar East High Street - Arbroath bus station line. It leaves the Bus Station, Arbroath stop at 00:45.

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