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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Perth is to bus via Inverness which costs £14 - £27 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Perth. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at Leonard Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Forres and arriving at Perth. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Forres to Perth?

The distance between Forres and Perth is 140 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Perth without a car is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Forres to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Perth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forres to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Forres to Perth?

The best way to get from Forres to Perth is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Forres to Perth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forres to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Perth is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Forres to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 498+ hotels available in Perth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forres to Perth by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Leonard StreetE9
3h 22m
Train via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the train from Inverness to PerthInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 49m
£10–53
Train
1. Take the train from Forres to PerthInverness - Edinburgh
3h 26m
£40–95
Drive 114.9 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Perth114.9 mi
2h 13m
£29–41
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus StationUk093 / ...
3h 40m
£14–26

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Cumming Street to Leonard Street via Union Street in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Forres to Perth 6 times a week. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 3h 26m.

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