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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Scrabster is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Scrabster is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Forres to Scrabster?

The distance between Forres and Scrabster is 158 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Scrabster without a car is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Forres to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Scrabster bus from?

Forres to Scrabster bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Cumming Street station.

Train or bus from Forres to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Forres to Scrabster is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Forres to Scrabster bus arrive?

Forres to Scrabster bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Can I drive from Forres to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Scrabster is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Forres to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 103+ hotels available in Scrabster.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forres to Scrabster 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 Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
4h 59m
Drive 133.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forres to Scrabster133.9 mi
2h 56m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
5h 23m
£37–52
Bus via Cumming Street
1. Take the bus from Cumming Street to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry TerminalX99
5h 34m
£36–49

Forres to Scrabster by bus

22Weekly Buses

5h 34mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Ember operates a bus from Union Street to Ferry Terminal every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £17–30 and the journey takes 3h 48m.

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