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

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Spean Bridge via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Ayr to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Ayr and Fort Augustus is 171 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Ayr to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Fort Augustus train from?

Ayr to Fort Augustus train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 7h.

Where does the Ayr to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Ayr to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Fort Augustus train arrive?

Ayr to Fort Augustus train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Fort Augustus is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ayr to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Fort Augustus by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
6h 32m
£24–44
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
7h
£51–125
Drive 164.3 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Fort Augustuscar 164.3 mi
3h 21m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
7h 14m
£41–109

Ayr to Fort Augustus by bus

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6h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ayr to Fort Augustus via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Spean Bridge, and Spean Bridge in around 7h.

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