The average train between Cardiff and Forres takes 14h 46m and the fastest train takes 11h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Forres. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Forres at 3:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 14h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff 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 train from Cardiff to Forres. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Forres station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 46m.
Cardiff to Forres train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Forres train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Forres station.
Book your Cardiff to Forres train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cardiff and Forres is 682.2 km. The road distance is 944 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Forres via Crewe, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 12h 26m.