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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Edinburgh is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at George Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Forres and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Forres to Edinburgh?

The distance between Forres and Edinburgh is 211 miles. The road distance is 159.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £70.

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

The train from Forres to Edinburgh Waverley takes 4h 14m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Forres to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forres to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Forres to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Forres to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Forres to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forres to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Edinburgh is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Forres to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forres to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
4h 14m
£35–70
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus StationM90
5h 8m
£15–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
5h 3m
Drive 158.6 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Edinburgh158.6 mi
3h 2m
£39–56
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Forres Station to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 44m
£23–87

Forres to Edinburgh by train

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.2 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Forres to Edinburgh Waverley once daily. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cumming Street to George Street via Union Street in around 5h 3m.

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