What is the cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie?

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie is to bus via Fort William which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie?

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Loch Ness and Lockerbie?

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ness to Lockerbie. However, there are services departing from Upper Foyers Shop and arriving at Alexandra Drive via Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Lockerbie?

The distance between Loch Ness and Lockerbie is 279 miles. The road distance is 205 miles.

How do I travel from Loch Ness to Lockerbie without a car?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loch Ness to Lockerbie bus from?

Loch Ness to Lockerbie bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Loch Ness to Lockerbie?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Loch Ness to Lockerbie bus arrive?

Loch Ness to Lockerbie bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Loch Ness to Lockerbie?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ness to Lockerbie is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Loch Ness to Lockerbie.

Where can I stay near Lockerbie?

There are 329+ hotels available in Lockerbie.

Loch Ness to Lockerbie - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 54m
£43–119
Bus via Fort William
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to High Streetbus X74
7h 46m
£28–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus E8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to High Streetbus X74
7h 32m
Drive 203.9 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Lockerbiecar 203.9 mi
3h 57m
£50–72
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lockerbietrain Glasgow Central - Preston / ...
7h 43m
£44–111

Loch Ness to Lockerbie by bus and train

49Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Loch Ness to Lockerbie.

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Distance: 277.1 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Loch Ness, Scotland and Lockerbie, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Achnahannet Farm to Lockerbie via Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness, and Haymarket in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Upper Foyers Shop to Alexandra Drive via Academy Street, Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and High Street in around 7h 32m.

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