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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Crail is to bus via Dundee which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Crail is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Crail?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Crail. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at Bowling Green Place via Union Square Bus Station, Crichton Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Forres to Crail?

The distance between Forres and Crail is 177 miles. The road distance is 140 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Crail without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Forres to Crail, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Crail bus from?

Forres to Crail bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Cumming Street station.

Train or bus from Forres to Crail?

The best way to get from Forres to Crail is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Forres to Crail bus arrive?

Forres to Crail bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Adelphi station.

Can I drive from Forres to Crail?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Crail is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Forres to Crail.

Where can I stay near Crail?

There are 784+ hotels available in Crail.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forres to Crail 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 LeucharsInverness - Edinburgh
4h 5m
£45–97
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Forres Station to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to LeucharsAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 37m
£26–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to AdelphiE7
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to OvergateUk092 / ...
5h 16m
Drive 139.1 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Crail139.1 mi
3h 1m
£35–51
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Leys Road to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Mill O MainsM92 / ...
5h 54m
£35–50

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Forres to Leuchars 6 times a week. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cumming Street to Bowling Green Place via Adelphi, Union Square Bus Station, Overgate, Crichton Street, and Bus Station in around 5h 16m.

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