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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Portlethen is to bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Portlethen is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Forres and arriving at Portlethen via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct train from Forres station to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Forres Station and arriving at Portlethen via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Forres to Portlethen?

The distance between Forres and Portlethen is 91 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Portlethen without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Forres to Portlethen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Portlethen bus from?

Forres to Portlethen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Forres station.

Where do I catch the Forres to Portlethen train from?

Forres to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Forres Station.

Train or bus from Forres to Portlethen?

The best way to get from Forres to Portlethen is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Forres to Portlethen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forres to Portlethen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Portlethen?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Portlethen is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Forres to Portlethen.

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

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Where can I stay near Portlethen?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forres to Portlethen 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 Station to Aberdeentrain
2h 32m
£39–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forres to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
3h 11m
£16–22
Drive 83.6 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Portlethencar 83.6 mi
1h 41m
£21–30
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Leys Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
3h 12m
£21–28

Forres to Portlethen by bus

112Weekly Buses

3h 11mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 90.1 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Forres Station to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Forres to Aberdeen Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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