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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Fort Augustus is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Medical Centre via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 2 and Drum Green. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Stranraer and Fort Augustus is 293 miles. The road distance is 216.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 8h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from Stranraer to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Stranraer to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Fort Augustus is to bus via Inverness which takes 8h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Perth, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Stranraer to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Fort Augustus is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Stranraer to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1040+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

Stranraer to Fort Augustus - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Stranraer 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 via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
8h 57m
Train via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
9h 51m
£45–105
Drive 215.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Fort Augustus215.1 mi
4h 20m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridge
9h 55m
£91–120
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean BridgeEdinburgh - Fort William
9h 58m
£82–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093
10h 16m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Fort Augustus.

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Distance: 291.4 mi
Duration: 8h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Medical Centre via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, Bus Station Stance 2, and Drum Green in around 8h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Tourist Information via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Perth, Inverness, Bus Station Stance 2, and Drum Green in around 9h 51m.

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