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 £14 - £29 and takes 5h 18m.

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 11m 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 27m.

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 236 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 train which takes 4h 26m and costs £95 - £99.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forres takes 4h 26m including transfers and departs once daily.

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 train which takes 4h 26m and costs £95 - £99. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 27m.

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 11m to drive from Scotland to Forres.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forrestrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 26m
£95–99
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
5h 18m
£15–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Streetbus E8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming Streetbus E7
4h 27m
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Forrescar 163.6 mi
3h 11m
£41–58

Scotland to Forres by train

8Weekly Trains

4h 26mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.4 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Scotland and Forres, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forres once daily. Tickets cost £95–99 and the journey takes 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cumming Street via Union Street in around 4h 27m.

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