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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Fort Augustus is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Dumfries and Fort Augustus is 217 miles. The road distance is 209.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus which takes 8h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Dumfries to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Dumfries to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Where does the Dumfries to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Fort Augustus is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Dumfries to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries 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 Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
8h 11m
Drive 208.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Fort Augustuscar 208.1 mi
4h 10m
£51–74
Train, bus via Perth
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
4. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus
8h 51m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort Williamtrain
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
8h 51m
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101
2. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
9h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Fort Augustus.

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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