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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Forres is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Forres is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore to Forres. However, there are services departing from Cairngorm Hotel and arriving at Cumming Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aviemore and arriving at Forres. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Forres?

The distance between Aviemore and Forres is 59 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Forres without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £16 - £40.

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

The train from Aviemore to Forres takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Forres bus from?

Aviemore to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Cairngorm Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Aviemore to Forres?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Forres is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Aviemore to Forres bus arrive?

Aviemore to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Aviemore to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aviemore to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Forres is 33 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Aviemore to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

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Aviemore to Forres - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Aviemore to Forres by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Aviemore to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin / ...
1h 19m
£16–40
Drive 33.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aviemore to Forrescar 33.1 mi
45 min
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Union Streetbus E9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming Streetbus E7
1h 47m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aviemore to Forrestaxi 33.1 mi
45 min
£70–85
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Aviemore Cairngorm Hotel to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3bus megabus M10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
2h 8m
£12–22

Aviemore to Forres by train

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.7 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aviemore to Forres twice a week. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Cumming Street via Union Street in around 1h 47m.

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