What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Medical Centre via King Street and Drum Green. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Aberdeen and Fort Augustus is 142 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £22 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Fort Augustus bus from?

Aberdeen to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £22 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs £7 - £50 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Fort Augustus is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1066+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

Aberdeen to Fort Augustus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
4h 42m
£23–55
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
5h 42m
£8–48
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Fort Augustuscar 130.3 mi
2h 44m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
6h 39m
£35–47

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Fort Augustus.

Launch map view

Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Fort Augustus, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Inverness hourly. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £1–35 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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