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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Forres is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Forres is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Forres. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Forres via Park & Ride and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Forres?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Forres. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Forres via Inverkeithing and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Forres?

The distance between Dunfermline and Forres is 175 miles. The road distance is 144.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Forres without a car is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs £29 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Dunfermline to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Forres bus from?

Dunfermline to Forres bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Forres train from?

Dunfermline to Forres train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Inverkeithing station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Forres?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Forres is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 6h.

Where does the Dunfermline to Forres bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Forres bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Dunfermline to Forres train arrive?

Dunfermline to Forres train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Forres is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Dunfermline to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus Ember
5h 46m
£29–42
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Forresbus Ember
5h 47m
£21–34
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h
£82–150
Drive 143.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Forrescar 143.9 mi
2h 45m
£36–51
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 1m
£66–158

Dunfermline to Forres by bus

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.4 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Forres via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Perth to Forres once daily. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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