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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Forres
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€108
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€116
Fastest journey on Oct 08
4 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
4 h 19 m
Trains on Oct 08
10
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Forres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Forres will cost around €116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €108.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Forres without transferring at least once.
5:30 AM4h32Edinburgh10:02 AMForres€1081One-way1 transfer- 6:30 AM5h21Edinburgh11:51 AMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 9:30 AM4h07Edinburgh1:37 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 1:28 PM4h22Edinburgh5:50 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 3:30 PM4h26Edinburgh7:56 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 9:30 AM4h07Edinburgh1:37 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 7:31 PM4h09Edinburgh11:40 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 1:28 PM4h22Edinburgh5:50 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 3:30 PM4h26Edinburgh7:56 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
- 5:30 PM4h31Edinburgh10:01 PMForres€1081One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Forres
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Forres run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 3h 47m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 47m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Forres train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Forres trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 2:32 PM Edinburgh | 4h33 | 7:05 PM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 3:30 PM Edinburgh | 4h26 | 7:56 PM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 5:30 PM Edinburgh | 4h31 | 10:01 PM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 7:31 PM Edinburgh | 4h09 | 11:40 PM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 9:29 PM Edinburgh | 10h25 | 7:54 AM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 5:30 AM Edinburgh | 4h32 | 10:02 AM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 6:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h21 | 11:51 AM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 9:30 AM Edinburgh | 4h07 | 1:37 PM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 10:31 AM Edinburgh | 4h55 | 3:26 PM Forres | 1 transfer | |
| 1:28 PM Edinburgh | 4h22 | 5:50 PM Forres | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Forres
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Forres by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Forres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Forres
Most Edinburgh to Forres trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Forres station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Forres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Forres station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Forres from Forres city centre
Forres train station facilities and services
Forres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Forres.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Forres. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Forres: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Forres: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Forres: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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