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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkeld to Forres is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkeld to Forres is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkeld and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkeld to Forres. However, there are services departing from Rose Cottage and arriving at Cumming Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkeld and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunkeld & Birnam and arriving at Forres. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Dunkeld to Forres?

The distance between Dunkeld and Forres is 126 miles. The road distance is 101.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunkeld to Forres without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £75.

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

The train from Dunkeld & Birnam to Forres takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Dunkeld to Forres bus from?

Dunkeld to Forres bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Rose Cottage station.

Where do I catch the Dunkeld to Forres train from?

Dunkeld to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunkeld & Birnam station.

Train or bus from Dunkeld to Forres?

The best way to get from Dunkeld to Forres is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Dunkeld to Forres bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunkeld to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkeld to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkeld to Forres is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Dunkeld to Forres.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkeld & Birnam to ForresGlasgow Queen Street - Elgin / ...
2h 44m
£30–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose Cottage to Bus Station Stance 3M10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys RoadM96
3h 40m
£23–32
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Rose Cottage to Bus Station Stance 3M10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming StreetE7
3h 26m
Drive 100.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunkeld to Forres100.9 mi
1h 58m
£25–36
Train via Inverness
1. Take the train from Dunkeld & Birnam to InvernessGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
3h 17m
£49–90

Dunkeld to Forres by train

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dunkeld & Birnam to Forres once a week. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose Cottage to Cumming Street via Bus Station Stance 3 and Union Street in around 3h 26m.

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