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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Fort George is to bus and line 1 bus via Queensferry Street which costs £28 - £40 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Fort George is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Fort George?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Fort George. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Visitor Centre via Queensgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Fort George?

The distance between Edinburgh and Fort George is 204 miles. The road distance is 162.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fort George without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 5h 38m and costs £25 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Edinburgh to Fort George, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Fort George bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Fort George?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Fort George is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Edinburgh to Fort George.

Where can I stay near Fort George?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Fort George.

Edinburgh to Fort George - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Fort George by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Queensgate to Visitor Centrebus 1
5h 38m
£26–86
Bus, line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Queensgate to Visitor Centrebus 1
5h 45m
£6–54
Drive 161.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Fort Georgecar 161.8 mi
3h 5m
£39–57
Bus, line 1 bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Queensgate to Visitor Centrebus 1
5h 48m
£28–39

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 202.4 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Visitor Centre via Inverness Union Street and Queensgate in around 5h 45m.

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