4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Forres to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forres to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forres to Edinburgh will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
It's difficult to get from Forres to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
L86828 · L870749:30 AM4h58Forres station (FOR)2:28 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€441One-way1 transfer- L86855 · L870811:11 PM5h21Forres station (FOR)6:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€441One-way1 transfer
- L88776 · C146539:03 AM4h11Forres station (FOR)1:14 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€801One-way1 transfer
- L87293 · L8705010:03 AM4h27Forres station (FOR)2:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€801One-way1 transfer
- L86847 · L8707911:26 AM4h58Forres station (FOR)4:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€801One-way1 transfer
- L88776 · C146539:03 AM4h11Forres station (FOR)1:14 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€801One-way1 transfer
- L87293 · L8705010:03 AM4h27Forres station (FOR)2:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€801One-way1 transfer
- L87298 · C1465511:53 AM4h40Forres station (FOR)4:33 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€801One-way1 transfer
- L86828 · L870749:30 AM4h58Forres station (FOR)2:28 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€441One-way1 transfer
- L86847 · L8707911:26 AM4h58Forres station (FOR)4:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€801One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Forres to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Forres to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €135.
Distance: 186 km
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€61 Average price | €201 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Forres to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Forres to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:30 AM Forres | 5h52 | 4:22 PM Edinburgh | 2 transfers | |
| 11:43 AM Forres | 4h50 | 4:33 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 1:02 PM Forres | 6h24 | 7:26 PM Edinburgh | 2 transfers | |
| 2:40 PM Forres | 3h57 | 6:37 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 3:58 PM Forres | 5h40 | 9:38 PM Edinburgh | 2 transfers | |
| 5:12 PM Forres | 5h04 | 10:16 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 5:34 PM Forres | 15h01 | 8:35 AM Edinburgh | 2 transfers | |
| 7:41 PM Forres | 4h41 | 12:22 AM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Forres to Edinburgh
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Trains from Forres to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail from Forres to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail trains will get you between Forres and Edinburgh from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Forres to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forres to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Forres to Edinburgh
Most Forres to Edinburgh trains use the Forres to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh Park. Use this guide to compare Forres and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Forres station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
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.
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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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