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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Forres is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Forres is to train which takes 29 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Falcon Sq and arriving at Leys Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Forres Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Inverness to Forres?

The distance between Inverness and Forres is 25 miles. The road distance is 26.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Forres without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £8 - £13.

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

The train from Inverness to Forres Station takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Forres bus from?

Inverness to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Falcon Sq station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Forres?

The best way to get from Inverness to Forres is to train which takes 29 min and costs £8 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h.

Where does the Inverness to Forres bus arrive?

Inverness to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Leys Road station.

Where does the Inverness to Forres train arrive?

Inverness to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Forres Station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Forres is 26 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Inverness to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Inverness to Forres by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Forres Stationtrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
29 min
£8–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falcon Sq to Leys Roadbus M96
1h
£7–10
Drive 25.9 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Forrescar 25.9 mi
36 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Inverness to Forrestaxi 25.9 mi
36 min
£55–70

Inverness to Forres by bus

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Forres Station hourly. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Falcon Sq to Leys Road hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h. Ember also services this route hourly.

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