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

The cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 5h 36m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Fort Augustus and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Medical Centre and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Drum Green and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fort Augustus and Edinburgh is 195 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs £15 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Fort Augustus to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Train or bus from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs £15 - £40. Alternatively, you can train via Inverness, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2445+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh 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 Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
5h 36m
£16–39
Train via Inverness
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 8m
£33–95
Drive 135.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburghcar 135.5 mi
3h 49m
£34–48
Bus via George Street
1. Take the bus from Union Street to George Streetbus E9
5h 48m
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
6h 49m
£66–90

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 194.3 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–65 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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