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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Montrose is to bus which costs £4 - £14 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Montrose is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Leys Road and arriving at Co-op via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Montrose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Forres and arriving at Montrose. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Forres to Montrose?

The distance between Forres and Montrose is 123 miles. The road distance is 100.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £45 - £80.

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

The train from Forres to Montrose takes 2h 21m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Forres to Montrose bus from?

Forres to Montrose bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Leys Road station.

Where do I catch the Forres to Montrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Forres to Montrose?

The best way to get from Forres to Montrose is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £14 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Forres to Montrose bus arrive?

Forres to Montrose bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Forres to Montrose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Montrose is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Forres to Montrose.

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

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forres to Montrosetrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2h 21m
£45–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leys Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Co-opbus X7
4h 35m
£4–14
Drive 99.7 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Montrosecar 99.7 mi
2h 11m
£25–37
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Forres to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Montrosetrain Inverurie - Montrose / ...
2h 47m
£41–78

Forres to Montrose by train

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Distance: 122.1 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Forres to Montrose 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leys Road to Co-op via Union Square Bus Station in around 4h 35m.

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