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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Forres is to bus via Inverness which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Forres is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Forres. However, there are services departing from Leonard Street and arriving at Cumming Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Forres?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perth and arriving at Forres. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Perth to Forres?

The distance between Perth and Forres is 140 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Forres without a car is to bus which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Perth to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Forres bus from?

Perth to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Leonard Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Perth to Forres?

The best way to get from Perth to Forres is to bus which takes 3h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Perth to Forres bus arrive?

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

Where does the Perth to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perth to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Forres is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Perth to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 403+ hotels available in Forres.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Perth to Forres 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 Leonard Street to Union Streetbus E9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming Streetbus E7
3h 18m
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
3h 36m
£14–34
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
3h 25m
£40–95
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Forrescar 115.4 mi
2h 15m
£29–41
Train via Inverness
1. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
3h 34m
£26–90

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.7 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Leonard Street to Cumming Street via Union Street in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Perth to Forres once daily. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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