The average train between London and Forres takes 10h 58m and the fastest train takes 8h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from London 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 London and Forres. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from London is at 8:03 PM which arrives into Forres at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 10h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from London 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 London to Forres. However, there are services departing from King's Cross station and arriving at Forres station via Edinburgh Waverley station and Aberdeen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.
London to Forres train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.
London to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Forres station.
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The distance between London and Forres is 714.5 km. The road distance is 856 km.
You can take a train from King's Cross to Forres via Edinburgh Waverley and Aberdeen in around 9h 54m.