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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Leith is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Leith is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Leith. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at George Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Leith?

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

How far is it from Forres to Leith?

The distance between Forres and Leith is 211 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

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

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

The train from Forres to Edinburgh Waverley takes 4h 14m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Forres to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forres to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Forres to Leith?

The best way to get from Forres to Leith is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Forres to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forres to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Leith is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Forres to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2490+ hotels available in Leith.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forres to Leith 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 Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
4h 14m
£35–70
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Forres Station to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 41m
£23–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
4h 54m
Drive 159.6 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Leith159.6 mi
3h 3m
£40–58
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk094
5h 10m
£30–44

Forres to Leith by train

6Weekly Trains

4h 14mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.2 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Forres to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. 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 4h 54m.

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