How to get from Montrose to Forres by bus and train?

From Montrose to Forres by bus and train

To get from Montrose to Forres in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Montrose station to Aberdeen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 32 bus from Bogton Place, Forres station to North Road, Forres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Montrose may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forres on the Moovit app.

171min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 3232
Leaves from Montrose

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Montrose
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Forres
    104 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bogton Place, Forres
    ID 638051162
    590 m • 8 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3232
    Wait for bus
    32
    Elgin
  • 8
    Ride to bus station North Road, Forres
    Ride to bus station
    North Road, Forres
    ID 638051231
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Montrose to Forres by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and E7

To get from Montrose to Forres in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Montrose station to Aberdeen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the E7 bus from Railway Station, Elgin station to Cumming Street, Forres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The bus and train schedule from Montrose may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forres on the Moovit app.

172min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - E7E7
Walk to Forres
Leaves from Montrose

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Montrose
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    88 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Elgin
    ID 638053441
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - E7E7
    Wait for bus
    E7
    Inverness
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cumming Street, Forres
    ID 638051121
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Forres
    Walk to
    Forres
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Montrose to Forres

The distance between Montrose, Scotland and Forres, Scotland is approximately 200.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 171 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Montrose to Forres by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Montrose to Forres

To check the bus and train schedule from Montrose to Forres using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Montrose) and destination (Forres), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Montrose to Forres by bus and train via SCOTRAIL, SCOTRAIL and E7

To get from Montrose to Forres in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Montrose station to Aberdeen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the E7 bus from Railway Station, Elgin station to Cumming Street, Forres station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The bus and train schedule from Montrose may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Forres on the Moovit app.

172min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - E7E7
Walk to Forres
Leaves from Montrose

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Montrose
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    88 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Elgin
    ID 638053441
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - E7E7
    Wait for bus
    E7
    Inverness
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cumming Street, Forres
    ID 638051121
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Forres
    Walk to
    Forres
    630 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Montrose to Forres?

    The fastest way takes 171 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 32.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Montrose to Forres?

    The alternative route takes 172 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line E7.

  • Is there a direct train between Montrose and Forres in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 51 min.

  • Which train line goes from Montrose to Forres in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Montrose station near Montrose to Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Aberdeen station near Forres in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Montrose to Forres in Scotland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Montrose and Forres in Scotland by train and bus is about 2 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Montrose to get to Forres in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Montrose station near Montrose in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Montrose and Forres in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Aberdeen stop, which is closest to Forres in Scotland.

  • When is the first train from Montrose to Forres in Scotland?

    The first train from Montrose to Forres in Scotland is ScotRail. It leaves the Montrose station at 07:24.

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