Inverness to Forres train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Forres

Showing times and prices for 21 Apr

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

29 m

Average duration

29 m

Trains per day

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Forres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Inverness to Forres will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for Forres every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Cheapest

C08330

04:540h29

Inverness station (INV)

05:23Forres station (FOR)

£141One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

C08281

05:490h29

Inverness station (INV)

06:18Forres station (FOR)

£141One-way

0 changes

Live departures

Inverness to Forres train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday 21 April

Last updated at 15:18

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C08330	On time 03:54 Inverness station (INV)	0h29	04:23 Forres station (FOR)	0 changesdirect
C08281	On time 04:49 Inverness station (INV)	0h29	05:18 Forres station (FOR)	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Inverness to Forres

United Kingdom

Trains from Inverness to Forres run on average 5 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

39 km

Average train duration

31m

Cheapest ticket price

£9

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

29m

First train

04:54

Last train

23:42

Price information

Train providers: ScotRail trains Inverness to Forres

You can travel by train from Inverness to Forres with ScotRail for as low as £12. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

ScotRail from Inverness to Forres train information:

Average Duration: 29 min
Cheapest Price: £12
ScotRail frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Inverness to Forres train

FAQs: Travel by train from Inverness to Forres easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Inverness to Forres.

Cheap train tickets from Inverness to Forres can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Inverness to Forres is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Forres from Inverness is on average 29 min for the 24 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Forres from Inverness by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Inverness to Forres leaves at 04: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Inverness to Forres leaves at 23: 42.

There are 7 trains a day from Inverness to Forres which require at least one change with ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Inverness to Forres train with ScotRail. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey from Inverness to Forres as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 42.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Inverness, which is located around 0.3 miles (469 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Forres, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Forres from Inverness is worth doing with a journey time of 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Inverness to Forres is November.

Yes, you can take a train from Inverness to Forres.

Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Forres

Inverness

Forres

The major train station for departures in Inverness is Inverness. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Inverness for your trip from Inverness to Forres.

Inverness

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Inverness station, Academy Street, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3PY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

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