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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Forres is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Forres is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Forres. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Forres via Haymarket and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Forres?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Forres. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Forres via Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Forres?

The distance between Bathgate and Forres is 227 miles. The road distance is 160.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Forres without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 8m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Bathgate to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Forres bus from?

Bathgate to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Haymarket station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Bathgate to Forres?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Forres is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 8m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Bathgate to Forres bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bathgate to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bathgate to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Forres is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Bathgate to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 468+ hotels available in Forres.

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

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

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 8m
£78–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Haymarket to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus Ember
7h 14m
£24–34
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Forrescar 159.7 mi
3h 8m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 17m
£111–210
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
7h 37m
£33–49

Bathgate to Forres by train

71Weekly Trains

6h 8mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.9 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Forres via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Forres via Haymarket Station, Haymarket, and Inverness Union Street in around 7h 14m.

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