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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Forres to Edinburgh

Cheapest
2 h 58 min
Car
255 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.62–$253.16

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$58.23–$82.28

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Forres to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$32.91–$75.95
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$45.57–$101.26
Train from Forres to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.30–$5.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $31.52 - $45.65 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Cumming Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station and Inverness Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Forres and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. This train operates Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Forres to Edinburgh?

The distance between Forres and Edinburgh is 338 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $31.52 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Forres to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Edinburgh bus from?

Forres to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Inverness Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Forres to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Forres to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Forres to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $31.52 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $45.65 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Forres to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Forres to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Forres to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Edinburgh is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Forres to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Forres to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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