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Compare bus and train for Inverness to Forres
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Forres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Forres:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Forres costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Forres take longer:
Bus takes on average 52m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (32m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Scotrail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Inverness to Forres train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Forres trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L87308 | On time 1:30 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0h31 | 2:01 PM Forres station (FOR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Forres
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Trains from Inverness to Forres run on average 6 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Inverness to Forres trainsScotrail trains will get you between Inverness and Forres from $12 (€10). 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 Inverness to Forres
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Forres
Most Inverness to Forres trains use the Inverness to Forres station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Forres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Forres leave from?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. 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 Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: 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: 3, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Forres station do trains from Inverness 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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