How to get from Arbroath to Forfar by bus?

From Arbroath to Forfar by bus

To get from Arbroath to Forfar in Forfar, take the 72 bus from Bus Station, Arbroath station to Seagate, Dundee City Centre station. Next, take the 21A bus from Seagate Bus Station, Dundee City Centre station to The Cross, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The bus schedule from Arbroath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

93min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7272
Bus - 21A21A
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Bus Station, Arbroath

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Arbroath
    ID 6490IM1731
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Ninewells
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Seagate, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400S514
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Seagate Bus Station, Dundee City Centre
    ID 640012242
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 21A21A
    Wait for bus
    21A
    Forfar
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Cross, Forfar
    ID 6490IM134
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    The Cross
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arbroath to Forfar by bus via 140 and 21

To get from Arbroath to Forfar in Forfar, 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 11 min. The bus schedule from Arbroath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

71min
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
    Forfar
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St John's Church, Forfar
    ID 6490IM331
    31 min
  • 6
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    The Cross
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Arbroath to Forfar

The distance between Arbroath and Forfar is approximately 49.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 93 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arbroath to Forfar by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Forfar – 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Arbroath to Forfar by bus via 140 and 21

To get from Arbroath to Forfar in Forfar, 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 11 min. The bus schedule from Arbroath may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

71min
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
    Forfar
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St John's Church, Forfar
    ID 6490IM331
    31 min
  • 6
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    The Cross
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 93 minutes, using Bus line 72, Bus line 21A.

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

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Bus line 140, Bus line 21.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arbroath and Forfar?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arbroath to Forfar?

    The 72 bus line goes from Bus Station, Arbroath station near Arbroath in Scotland to Ninewells station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ninewells station near Forfar.

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

    The total travel time between Arbroath and Forfar by bus is about 1 hr 33 min.

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

    Get on the 72 bus from the Bus Station, Arbroath stop near Arbroath in Scotland.

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

    Get off the bus at the Ninewells stop, which is closest to Forfar.

  • When is the last bus from Arbroath to Forfar?

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

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