How to get from Glasgow to Forfar by bus?

From Glasgow to Forfar by bus

To get from Glasgow to Forfar in Scotland, take the MEGABUS M9 bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 station to Dundee Seagate Bus Station station. Next, take the 20C bus from Seagate Bus Station, Dundee City Centre station to Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The bus schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

160min
Walk to bus station
Bus - MEGABUS M9MEGABUS M9
Bus - 20C20C
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52
    660 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - MEGABUS M9MEGABUS M9
    Wait for bus
    MEGABUS M9
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dundee Seagate Bus Station
    105 min
  • 4
    Bus - 20C20C
    Wait for bus
    20C
    Glamis
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar
    ID 6490IM241
    41 min
  • 6
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Glasgow to Forfar by bus via MEGABUS PM9 and 20C

To get from Glasgow to Forfar in Scotland, take the MEGABUS PM9 bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 station to Dundee Seagate Bus Station station. Next, take the 20C bus from Seagate Bus Station, Dundee City Centre station to Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 10 min. The bus schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

190min
Walk to bus station
Bus - MEGABUS PM9MEGABUS PM9
Bus - 20C20C
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52
    660 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - MEGABUS PM9MEGABUS PM9
    Wait for bus
    MEGABUS PM9
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dundee Seagate Bus Station
    105 min
  • 4
    Bus - 20C20C
    Wait for bus
    20C
    Glamis
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar
    ID 6490IM241
    41 min
  • 6
    Walk to Forfar
    Walk to
    Forfar
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Glasgow to Forfar

The distance between Glasgow, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland is approximately 154.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 160 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Forfar

To check the bus schedule from Glasgow to Forfar using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glasgow) 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 Glasgow to Forfar by bus via MEGABUS PM9 and 20C

To get from Glasgow to Forfar in Scotland, take the MEGABUS PM9 bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 station to Dundee Seagate Bus Station station. Next, take the 20C bus from Seagate Bus Station, Dundee City Centre station to Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 10 min. The bus schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Forfar on the Moovit app.

190min
Walk to bus station
Bus - MEGABUS PM9MEGABUS PM9
Bus - 20C20C
Walk to Forfar
Leaves from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52
    660 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - MEGABUS PM9MEGABUS PM9
    Wait for bus
    MEGABUS PM9
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dundee Seagate Bus Station
    105 min
  • 4
    Bus - 20C20C
    Wait for bus
    20C
    Glamis
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Bank Of Scotland, Forfar
    ID 6490IM241
    41 min
  • 6
    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 Glasgow to Forfar?

    The fastest way takes 160 minutes, using Bus line MEGABUS M9, Bus line 20C.

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

    The alternative route takes 190 minutes, using Bus line MEGABUS PM9, Bus line 20C.

  • Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Forfar?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Glasgow to Forfar?

    The MEGABUS M9 bus line goes from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 station near Glasgow in Glasgow to Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Aberdeen station near Forfar in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Glasgow in Glasgow and Forfar in Scotland by bus is about 2 hr 40 min.

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

    Get on the MEGABUS M9 bus from the Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 stop near Glasgow in Glasgow.

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

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

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