4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Forfar
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Forfar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Forfar will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Forfar on Mon, Jul 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 06 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Mon, Jul 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:41 AM1h59Glasgow10:40 AMForfar$291One-way0 transfers- 3:10 PM1h59Glasgow5:09 PMForfar$501One-way0 transfers
- 3:10 PM1h59Glasgow5:09 PMForfar$501One-way0 transfers
- 8:41 AM1h59Glasgow10:40 AMForfar$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Forfar
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Forfar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Forfar:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Forfar costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Forfar take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
The journey is about 19m faster (1h 30m by train vs 1h 49m by car) and roughly $36 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $74 (€61)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Forfar train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Forfar trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM Glasgow | 2h28 | 10:58 AM Forfar | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Forfar
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Forfar run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Forfar trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Forfar from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Forfar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Forfar by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Forfar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Forfar
Most Glasgow to Forfar trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Forfar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Forfar leave from?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Argyle Street from Glasgow city centre
Argyle Street train station facilities and services
Argyle Street has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Argyle Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Argyle Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Argyle Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Argyle Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Argyle Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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