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 bus lines and one train line: take the X7 bus from Lloyds Pharmacy, Montrose station to Union Square Bus Station, 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 3 hr 48 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.

228min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X7X7
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - E7E7
Walk to Forres
Leaves from Lloyds Pharmacy, Montrose

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lloyds Pharmacy, Montrose
    ID 6490IM1800
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - X7X7
    Wait for bus
    X7
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070091
    88 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aberdeen
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    86 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Elgin
    ID 638053441
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - E7E7
    Wait for bus
    E7
    Inverness
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cumming Street, Forres
    ID 638051121
    21 min
  • 10
    Walk to Forres
    Walk to
    Forres
    630 m • 8 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 196.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 228 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 timetable from Montrose to Forres

To check the bus and train timetable 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 228 minutes, using Bus line X7, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line E7.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 48 min.

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

    The X7 bus line goes from Lloyds Pharmacy, Montrose station near Montrose to Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station near Forres in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Montrose and Forres in Scotland by bus and train is about 3 hr 48 min.

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

    Get on the X7 bus from the Lloyds Pharmacy, Montrose stop near Montrose in Scotland.

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

    Get off the bus at the Union Square Bus Station, 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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