What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Forres?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Forres is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Forres?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Forres is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Forres. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Forres. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Forres?

The distance between Aberdeen and Forres is 83 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Forres without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Forres without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Forres?

The train from Aberdeen to Forres takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Forres bus from?

Aberdeen to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Forres train from?

Aberdeen to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Forres?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Forres is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Forres bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Forres station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Forres train arrive?

Aberdeen to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Forres station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Forres is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Aberdeen to Forres.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Forres?

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Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 472+ hotels available in Forres.

Aberdeen to Forres - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberdeen to Forres by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
1h 40m
£35–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forresbus Ember
2h 22m
£10–15
Drive 76.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Forrescar 76.9 mi
1h 36m
£19–28

Aberdeen to Forres by train

71Weekly Trains

1h 40mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Forres.

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Distance: 82.3 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Forres, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Forres every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forres hourly. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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