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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Medical Centre via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Ayr to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Ayr and Fort Augustus is 171 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Ayr to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £110 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Ayr to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Ayr to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Fort Augustus is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Ayr to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 239+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

Ayr to Fort Augustus - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station914 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Medical Centre919
6h 55m
£25–37
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean BridgeEdinburgh - Fort William
7h 28m
£72–103
Drive 164.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Fort Augustus164.3 mi
3h 19m
£41–60
Bus via Fort William
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to An Aird OneE5
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Medical Centre919
7h 12m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean BridgeEdinburgh - Fort William
7h 37m
£72–98

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 170 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Medical Centre via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Medical Centre via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Spean Bridge, and Spean Crescent in around 7h 28m.

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