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Journey information
Overview: Train from Elgin to Forres
Take a train from Elgin to Forres and enjoy the approximately 17 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 23:29.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Elgin to Forres trainsScotrail trains will get you between Elgin and Forres. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Elgin to Forres train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elgin 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
Important Stations and Airports in Elgin and Forres
Most Elgin to Forres trains use the Elgin to Forres station pair. Use this guide to compare Elgin and Forres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Elgin station do trains to Forres leave from?
Getting to Elgin from Elgin city centre
Elgin is 1 km from Elgin city centre. Public transport options include:
Elgin train station facilities and services
Elgin 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 Elgin.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Elgin. 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 Elgin: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Elgin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Elgin: 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 Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: Yes.
Which Forres station do trains from Elgin 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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