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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Fort Augustus is to bus via Ingliston Park & Ride which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 48m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Medical Centre via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Leith to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Leith and Fort Augustus is 194 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Leith to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Leith to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Leith to Fort Augustus is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £90 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Leith to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Leith to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Leith to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Fort Augustus is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Leith to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 246+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Leith to Fort Augustus 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 George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Medical Centre919
5h 35m
Bus via Ingliston Park & Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ingliston Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3Uk094
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Medical Centre919
6h 48m
£24–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Information919
5h 51m
£32–91
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Fort Augustus136.5 mi
3h 50m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Spean BridgeEdinburgh - Fort William
6h 27m
£69–88

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.2 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Medical Centre via Union Street and Bus Station Stance 2 in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Spean Bridge 6 times a week. Tickets cost £60–80 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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