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

From Dumbarton to Forfar by bus and train

To get from Dumbarton to Forfar in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Dumbarton Central station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 20 bus from Forum Centre, Dundee City Centre station to Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The bus and train schedule from Dumbarton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

176min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 2020
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Dumbarton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dumbarton
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    90 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forum Centre, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400A02
    640 m • 9 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Kirriemuir
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar
    ID 6490IM241
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dumbarton to Forfar by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and 181

To get from Dumbarton to Forfar in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Dumbarton Central station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 181 bus from Tesco, Monifieth station to Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Dumbarton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

192min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 181181
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Dumbarton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dumbarton
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Monifieth
    103 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tesco, Monifieth
    ID 6490IM094
    170 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 181181
    Wait for bus
    181
    Forfar
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar
    ID 6490IM241
    50 min
  • 9
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dumbarton to Forfar

The distance between Dumbarton, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland is approximately 180.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 176 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dumbarton to Forfar 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 timetable from Dumbarton to Forfar

To check the bus and train timetable from Dumbarton to Forfar using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dumbarton) and destination (Forfar), 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Alternative route from Dumbarton to Forfar by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and 181

To get from Dumbarton to Forfar in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Dumbarton Central station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 181 bus from Tesco, Monifieth station to Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Dumbarton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

192min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 181181
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Dumbarton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dumbarton
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Monifieth
    103 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tesco, Monifieth
    ID 6490IM094
    170 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 181181
    Wait for bus
    181
    Forfar
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar
    ID 6490IM241
    50 min
  • 9
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 176 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 20.

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

    The alternative route takes 192 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 181.

  • Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Forfar in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dumbarton to Forfar in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Dumbarton to Dundee station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Dundee station near Forfar in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Dumbarton and Forfar in Scotland by train and bus is about 2 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dumbarton to get to Forfar in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Dumbarton in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dumbarton and Forfar in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Dundee stop, which is closest to Forfar in Scotland.

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