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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Forres is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Forres is to train which takes 13 min and costs £6 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Cumming Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Forres Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Elgin to Forres?

The distance between Elgin and Forres is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Forres without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs £6 - £7.

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

The train from Elgin to Forres Station takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Forres bus from?

Elgin to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Forres?

The best way to get from Elgin to Forres is to train which takes 13 min and costs £6 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 23 min.

Where does the Elgin to Forres bus arrive?

Elgin to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Cumming Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Forres train arrive?

Elgin to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Forres Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Forres is 12 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Elgin to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

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Elgin to Forres - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Forres by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Elgin to Forres by bus

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23 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Forres Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–7 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station to Cumming Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 23 min. Ember also services this route every 30 minutes.

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