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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Forres is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Forres is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Forres. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Leys Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Forres?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Forres. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Forres via Carlisle, Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Forres?

The distance between Dumfries and Forres is 318 miles. The road distance is 228.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Forres without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 43m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Dumfries to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Forres bus from?

Dumfries to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Forres?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Forres is to bus via Bus Station which takes 8h 12m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £210 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Dumfries to Forres bus arrive?

Dumfries to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Forres is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Dumfries to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 288+ hotels available in Forres.

Dumfries to Forres - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Dumfries to Forres by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
7h 43m
£111–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Inverness Union Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus
8h 14m
£33–49
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
8h 12m
£35–56
Drive 227.2 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Forrescar 227.2 mi
4h 20m
£56–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane GLA - INV
8h 8m
£120–250
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forrestrain
8h 16m
£96–210
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forrestrain
8h 22m
£120–256

Dumfries to Forres by train

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Distance: 316.2 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Leys Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 5, and Bus Station in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Academy Street to Forres via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 8h 16m.

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