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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Scrabster is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 2m.

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 58m 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 Forres and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

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 5h 2m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m 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 Ember, depart from Forres station.

Train or bus from Forres to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Forres to Scrabster is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Forres to Scrabster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Scrabster is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Forres to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 113+ 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 Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus Ember
5h 2m
£25–40
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
5h 28m
£83–149
Drive 133.8 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Scrabstercar 133.8 mi
2h 58m
£33–48
Bus via Forres
1. Take the bus from Forres to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus X99
5h 26m
£35–49

Forres to Scrabster by train and bus

28Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forres to Scrabster.

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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