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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Fort Augustus is to train which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Medical Centre via Bus Station Stance 2 and Drum Green. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Thurso to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Thurso and Fort Augustus is 166 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Thurso to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Thurso to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Royal Bank of Scotland station.

Train or bus from Thurso to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Thurso to Fort Augustus is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Thurso to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Fort Augustus is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Thurso to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 596+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

Thurso to Fort Augustus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Thurso 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 Royal Bank of Scotland to Union StreetE6
5h 27m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thurso to InvernessWick - Inverness
5h 58m
£24–43
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Fort Augustus137.7 mi
2h 58m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3X99
6h 24m
£40–53

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thurso to Fort Augustus.

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Distance: 165.2 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

Ember operates a bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Union Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Thurso to Inverness twice daily. Tickets cost £17–30 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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