The average bus between Dornoch and Loch Ness takes 3h 22m and the fastest bus takes 2h 32m. The bus service runs several times per day from Dornoch to Loch Ness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Dornoch and Loch Ness. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Dornoch is at 4:09 PM which arrives into Loch Ness at 7:06 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 39m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dornoch to Loch Ness? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Dornoch to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Dornoch station and arriving at Fort Augustus station via Inverness Union Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Dornoch to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dornoch station.
Dornoch to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort Augustus station.
The distance between Dornoch and Loch Ness is 69.2 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a bus from Dornoch to Fort Augustus via Inverness Union Street in around 3h 21m.