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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus is to bus via Drum Green which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Fort Augustus via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus is 220 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 43m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Fort Augustus is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 817+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
5h 43m
£44–154
Bus via Drum Green
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
6h 31m
£17–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
5h 50m
£22–32
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Fort Augustuscar 135.4 mi
3h 49m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 17m
£36–59

Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by train and bus

46Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus.

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Distance: 219.2 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Fort Augustus via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Spean Bridge 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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