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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Forres is to bus via Inverness which costs £22 - £45 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Forres is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Forres. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Cumming Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland 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 Scotland to Forres?

The distance between Scotland and Forres is 197 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Forres without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Scotland to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Forres bus from?

Scotland to Forres bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Forres train from?

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

Train or bus from Scotland to Forres?

The best way to get from Scotland to Forres is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Scotland to Forres bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotland to Forres train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Forres is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Scotland to Forres.

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

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Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 407+ hotels available in Forres.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming StreetE7
4h 25m
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M10
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys RoadM96
4h 52m
£22–43
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ForresGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 26m
£35–100
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Forres163.6 mi
3h 10m
£40–58
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to AberdeenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Forres Station
4h 39m
£46–137

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Forres.

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Distance: 195.8 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Scotland and Forres, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cumming Street via Union Street in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forres once daily. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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