What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Achnahannet Farm via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Loch Ness?

The distance between Aberdeen and Loch Ness is 127 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Loch Ness without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness without a car is to train and line 917 bus which takes 3h 56m and costs £27 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Loch Ness bus from?

Aberdeen to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Loch Ness is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Aberdeen to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Aberdeen to Loch Ness - 5 ways to travel via train, line 917 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Loch Ness by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 917 bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Achnahannet Farmbus 917
3h 56m
£28–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 50m
£15–24
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Fort Augustuscar 130.3 mi
2h 42m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
4h 17m
£31–79
Bus via Fort Augustus
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
5h 11m
£18–27

Aberdeen to Loch Ness by train and bus

72Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Loch Ness, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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