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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Forres is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Forres is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Forres. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Forres via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Forres. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Forres?

The distance between Glasgow and Forres is 236 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Forres without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £35 - £100.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forres takes 4h 26m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Forres bus from?

Glasgow to Forres bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Forres train from?

Glasgow to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Glasgow to Forres?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Forres is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs and takes 5h 8m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £210 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Glasgow to Forres bus arrive?

Glasgow to Forres bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Glasgow to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Forres is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Glasgow to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Glasgow to Forres by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 26m
£35–100
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M10
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus Ember
5h 8m
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Forrescar 163.6 mi
3h 11m
£40–58
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane GLA - INV
5h 14m
£100–203
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus Ember
5h 10m

Glasgow to Forres by train

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Distance: 234.4 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forres once daily. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Forres via Bus Station Stance 3 and Inverness Union Street in around 5h 8m.

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