The average train between Dumfries and Forres takes 8h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Forres. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Dumfries and Forres. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Forres at 3:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 35m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Forres? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Forres. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Forres station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.
Dumfries to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Forres train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.
Book your Dumfries to Forres train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Dumfries and Forres is 282.5 km. The road distance is 459 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Forres via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Perth, and Inverness in around 8h.