The average bus between Markinch and Forres takes 6h 16m and the fastest bus takes 5h 13m. The bus service runs several times per day from Markinch to Forres. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Markinch and Forres. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Markinch is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Forres at 12:59 PM. All services require a transfer at Bus Station and take an average of 6h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Markinch to Forres? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Markinch to Forres. However, there are services departing from Markinch station and arriving at Forres station via Bus Station Stance 3 station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.
Markinch to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Park & Ride station.
Markinch to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Forres station.
The distance between Markinch and Forres is 159.1 km. The road distance is 301 km.
You can take a bus from High Street to Forres via Bus Station, Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 5h 55m.