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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Windermere is to bus which costs £50 - £95 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Forres and arriving at Beech Street via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Forres to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Forres and arriving at Windermere via Edinburgh Waverley and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Forres to Windermere?

The distance between Forres and Windermere is 373 miles. The road distance is 293.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs £140 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Forres to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forres to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Forres to Windermere?

The best way to get from Forres to Windermere is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs £140 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Forres to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forres to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Windermere is 294 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Forres to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Forres to Windermere - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forres to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
8h 17m
£142–258
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forres to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
11h 45m
£51–91
Drive 292.1 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Windermerecar 292.1 mi
5h 24m
£71–103
Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 16m
£121–287
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Forres to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 51m
£129–260
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forres to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
11h 47m
£92–155
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Forres to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 24m
£112–276

Forres to Windermere by train

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8h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 370.7 mi
Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between Forres, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Forres to Windermere via Edinburgh Waverley and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forres to Beech Street via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 11h 45m.

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