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 via Edinburgh Bus Station which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 12m.

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 Medical Centre and arriving at George Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

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 which takes 5h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m 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 Medical Centre station.

Train or bus from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £90 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Fort Augustus to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 2.

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 2515+ 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 Medical Centre to Bus Station Stance 2919
2. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
5h 16m
Bus via Edinburgh Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Medical Centre to Bus Station Stance 2919
2. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Stationmegabus M90 / ...
6h 12m
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information to Bus Station Stance 2919
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
5h 36m
£31–91
Drive 135.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh135.5 mi
3h 49m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh WaverleyFort William - Edinburgh
6h 44m
£67–89

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Distance: 193.3 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Medical Centre to George Street via Bus Station Stance 2 and Union Street in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverley once daily. Tickets cost £60–80 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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