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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Medical Centre via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Cairnryan and Fort Augustus is 216 miles. The road distance is 210.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Cairnryan to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Fort Augustus is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1040+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan 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 Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station915
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Medical Centre919
7h 29m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean BridgeEdinburgh - Fort William
8h 42m
£80–109
Drive 209 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus209 mi
4h 11m
£52–75
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Inglis Way to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to An Aird OneE5
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Medical Centre919
9h 28m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Fort Augustus.

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Medical Centre via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 29m.

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