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Forres to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Forres to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 175.71, with average prices for this route around AED 330.05. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:24
Forres
09:38
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 14m, DirectScotRail
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06:19
Forres
10:52
Edinburgh Gateway
4h 33m, Changes requiredScotRailCrossCountry
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06:19
Forres
10:54
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 35m, Changes requiredScotRailCrossCountry
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07:09
Forres
11:39
Edinburgh Gateway
4h 30m, Changes requiredScotRailLNER
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07:09
Forres
12:13
Edinburgh Airport (By Bus or Tram)
5h 4m, Changes requiredScotRailLNER
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07:31
Forres
12:22
Paris
4h 51m, Changes requiredScotRailLNER
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Forres to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:24
Last train
Last train
22:03
Departure station
Departure station
Forres
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
4h 8m
Distance
Distance
187 km
Price
Price
AED 175.71*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Forres to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Forres to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Forres to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Forres to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Forres to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Forres to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.