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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Forres is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Forres is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Forres. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Cumming Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Forres?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Forres station. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Forres Station via Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Penrith to Forres?

The distance between Penrith and Forres is 328 miles. The road distance is 267.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Forres without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 39m and costs £55 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Penrith to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Forres bus from?

Penrith to Forres bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Forres train from?

Penrith to Forres train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Forres?

The best way to get from Penrith to Forres is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 39m and costs £55 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Penrith to Forres bus arrive?

Penrith to Forres bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Penrith to Forres train arrive?

Penrith to Forres train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Forres is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Penrith to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

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Penrith to Forres - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Penrith to Forres by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forres Station
6h 39m
£56–254
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ForresGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
7h 5m
£47–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgow
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming StreetE7
7h 32m
Drive 265.8 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Forres265.8 mi
4h 49m
£65–94
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
5h 23m
£111–308
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys RoadM96
9h 14m
£77–102
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
6h 43m
£84–267
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the bus from Airport Terminal Stance 1 to Cumming Street
6h 35m
Train to Newcastle, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)NCL - INV
9h 32m
£130–230

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

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1h 27mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 326.3 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Forres Station via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Cumming Street via Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 7h 32m.

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