The average bus between Elgin and Loch Ness takes 2h 40m and the fastest bus takes 2h 27m. The bus service runs several times per day from Elgin 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 4 times a day between Elgin and Loch Ness. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Elgin is at 3:57 PM which arrives into Loch Ness at 6:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 42m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Elgin 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 Elgin to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Village Green station via Bus Station Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Elgin to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.
Elgin to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Highland Council, arrive at Village Green station.
The distance between Elgin and Loch Ness is 78 km. The road distance is 111 km.
You can take a bus from Bus Station to Village Green via Bus Station Stance 5 in around 3h 3m.