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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Callander is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Callander is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Callander?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Callander. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at War Memorial via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Forres to Callander?

The distance between Forres and Callander is 224 miles. The road distance is 130.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Callander without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Forres to Callander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Callander bus from?

Forres to Callander bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Cumming Street station.

Train or bus from Forres to Callander?

The best way to get from Forres to Callander is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Forres to Callander bus arrive?

Forres to Callander bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Can I drive from Forres to Callander?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Callander is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Forres to Callander.

Where can I stay near Callander?

There are 443+ hotels available in Callander.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Forres to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 14m
£50–120
Train via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 49m
£11–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Stationbus M9
6h 39m
£21–38
Drive 129.3 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Callandercar 129.3 mi
2h 38m
£32–45

Forres to Callander by train and bus

6Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forres to Callander.

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Distance: 222.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Forres to Stirling 6 times a week. Tickets cost £50–120 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cumming Street to War Memorial via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride, and Bus Station in around 6h 39m.

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