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

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

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. However, there are services departing from Tourist Information and arriving at Queensferry Street via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fort Augustus and Edinburgh is 194 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 via Inverness which takes 5h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m 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 Highland Council, depart from Tourist Information station.

Train or bus from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £90 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Fort Augustus to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Highland Council, arrive at Queensgate 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 2557+ 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 via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information to Queensgatebus 312
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
5h 14m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
6h 46m
£9–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information to Queensgatebus 312
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 25m
Drive 135.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburghcar 135.5 mi
3h 49m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
7h 27m
£66–90

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 193.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Tourist Information to Queensferry Street via Queensgate and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £60–80 and the journey takes 4h 49m.

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