Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Forres | Waverley | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Forres | Waverley | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:48 GMT.
Get from Forres to Edinburgh
The journey takes about 4 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Forres and Edinburgh?
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- DEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at £41
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Forres to Edinburgh by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Forres to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Forres to Edinburgh start from £41. The average price for this train route is around £120. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Forres to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Forres to Edinburgh is 4h 58m, covering a distance of 116 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 43m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Forres to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Forres to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Forres to Edinburgh departs at 07:56. And the latest train departs at 18:42.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Forres to Edinburgh was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Forres to Edinburgh as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £39 to £116 for a train ticket from Forres to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-12-13.
