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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Forres is to train and bus which costs £75 - £95 and takes 9h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Forres is to train and fly which takes 4h 42m and costs £100 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Forres. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cumming Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Forres?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Forres station. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Forres Station via Haymarket and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Preston to Forres?

The distance between Preston and Forres is 400 miles. The road distance is 336.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Forres without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 7h 31m and costs £55 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Preston to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Forres bus from?

Preston to Forres bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Forres train from?

Preston to Forres train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Forres?

The best way to get from Preston to Forres is to train via Aberdeen which takes 7h 31m and costs £55 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Preston to Forres bus arrive?

Preston to Forres bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Forres train arrive?

Preston to Forres train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Preston to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Forres is 337 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Preston to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Forres by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeen
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forres Station
7h 31m
£56–307
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ForresGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
7h 55m
£51–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming StreetE7
8h 59m
Drive 334.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Forres334.7 mi
5h 53m
£85–122
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
4h 42m
£103–266
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys RoadM96
9h 3m
£75–94
Train, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the train from Dyce to Forres Station
7h 10m
£107–257

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

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1h 56mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 398 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Forres Station via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cumming Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street in around 8h 59m.

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