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

The cheapest way to get from Dornoch to Forres is to bus via Inverness which costs £16 - £23 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dornoch to Forres is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dornoch and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Dornoch to Forres. However, there are services departing from Cathedral Square and arriving at Forres via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Dornoch to Forres?

The distance between Dornoch and Forres is 66 miles. The road distance is 65.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dornoch to Forres without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 12m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Dornoch to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dornoch to Forres bus from?

Dornoch to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Cathedral Square station.

Train or bus from Dornoch to Forres?

The best way to get from Dornoch to Forres is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Dornoch to Forres bus arrive?

Dornoch to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Dornoch to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Dornoch to Forres is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Dornoch to Forres.

Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 442+ hotels available in Forres.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Forres Stationtrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2h 12m
£20–33
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus Ember
2h 28m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Tain to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Forres Stationtrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
3h 44m
£32–59
Drive 65.5 mi
1. Drive from Dornoch to Forrescar 65.5 mi
1h 22m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
2h 49m
£17–23

Dornoch to Forres by bus

18Weekly Buses

2h 28mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Cathedral Square to Forres Station via Post Office, Tain, and Inverness in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral Square to Forres via Bus Station Stance 3 and Inverness Union Street in around 2h 28m.

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