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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Forres is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Forres is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Scrabster to Forres. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Leys Road via Bus Station Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Forres?

The distance between Scrabster and Forres is 158 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Forres without a car is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs £13 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Scrabster to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scrabster to Forres bus from?

Scrabster to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Forres?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Forres is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs £13 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Scrabster to Forres bus arrive?

Scrabster to Forres bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Scrabster to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Forres is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Scrabster to Forres.

Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 402+ hotels available in Forres.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 38m
£13–49
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
5h 9m
£37–52
Drive 133.8 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Forrescar 133.8 mi
2h 56m
£33–47
Bus via Leys Road
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
5h 12m
£36–48

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scrabster to Forres.

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Distance: 157.4 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Ember operates a bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Street 4 times a day. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Thurso to Inverness 4 times a day. Tickets cost £17–30 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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