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

From Edinburgh to Forfar by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Forfar in Forfar, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Dundee station. Next, take the E1 bus from Railway Station, Dundee City Centre station to Lidl, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

118min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - E1E1
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Dundee City Centre
    ID 640017235
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - E1E1
    Wait for bus
    E1
    Bridge Of Don
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lidl, Forfar
    ID 6490IM1419
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    The Cross
    470 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Edinburgh to Forfar by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 21

To get from Edinburgh to Forfar in Forfar, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Dundee station. Next, take the 21 bus from Forum Centre, Dundee City Centre station to The Cross, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

124min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 2121
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forum Centre, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400A02
    630 m • 9 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Forfar
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Cross, Forfar
    ID 6490IM134
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    The Cross
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Forfar

The distance between Edinburgh and Forfar is approximately 118.35 km, which can typically be travelled in 118 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Forfar by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Forfar – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Edinburgh to Forfar

To check the bus and train schedule from Edinburgh to Forfar using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Edinburgh to Forfar by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 21

To get from Edinburgh to Forfar in Forfar, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Dundee station. Next, take the 21 bus from Forum Centre, Dundee City Centre station to The Cross, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

124min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 2121
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forum Centre, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400A02
    630 m • 9 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Forfar
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Cross, Forfar
    ID 6490IM134
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    The Cross
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 118 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line E1.

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

    The alternative route takes 124 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 21.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Forfar?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Forfar?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Aberdeen station near Edinburgh in Scotland to Dundee station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dundee station near Forfar.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Forfar by train and bus is about 1 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Forfar?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Aberdeen station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Forfar?

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

  • When is the last bus from Edinburgh to Forfar?

    The last bus from Edinburgh in Scotland to Forfar in Forfar is the Bridge of Don - Edinburgh line. It leaves the George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh stop at 01:01.

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