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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Forres is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Forres is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Forres. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Forres via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Forres?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Forres station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Forres Station via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Forres?

The distance between Edinburgh and Forres is 211 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Forres without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 39m and costs £28 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Edinburgh to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Forres bus from?

Edinburgh to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Forres?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Forres is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 39m and costs £28 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Forres bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Forres is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Edinburgh to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 405+ hotels available in Forres.

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

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

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forres Stationtrain
4h 39m
£29–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus Ember
5h 18m
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Forrescar 158.5 mi
3h 3m
£39–55
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
5h 36m
£31–42
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
5h 55m
£51–165

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Forres.

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Distance: 210.2 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Forres Station via Aberdeen in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Forres via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 18m.

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