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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from North Ayrshire Museum and arriving at Fort Augustus via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Saltcoats and Fort Augustus is 165 miles. The road distance is 152.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Saltcoats to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Saltcoats to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Fort Augustus is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
6h 58m
Drive 151.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Fort Augustuscar 151.7 mi
3h 7m
£37–54
Train, bus via Perth
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
4. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus
7h 53m
Train, bus via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort Williamtrain
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
7h 53m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus Ember
8h 10m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Saltcoats to Fort Augustus.

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a bus from North Ayrshire Museum to Fort Augustus via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Fort William Bus Station in around 8h 10m.

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