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 which costs £20 - £30 and takes 5h 46m.

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 52m 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 Abertarff Place via Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus is 221 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 29m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m 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 46m and costs £20 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William 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 52m to drive from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1235+ 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 Bus Station Stance 2 to Medical Centrebus 919
5h 29m
£58–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus Ember
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustus Abertarff Placebus Ember
5h 46m
£20–30
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Fort Augustuscar 135.4 mi
3h 52m
£34–49
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Medical Centrebus 919
5h 56m
£36–70
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 4m
£46–79

Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus

35Weekly Buses

5h 46mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.4 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Fort Augustus Abertarff Place via Fort William and Fort William Bus Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Spean Bridge 6 times a week. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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