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

The cheapest way to get from Balmaha to Loch Ness is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmaha to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Balmaha and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmaha to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Luss and arriving at Fort Augustus via Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Balmaha and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct train from Balmaha to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Spean Bridge via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Balmaha to Loch Ness?

The distance between Balmaha and Loch Ness is 129 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balmaha to Loch Ness without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £110 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Balmaha to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Balmaha to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Luss station.

Where do I catch the Balmaha to Loch Ness train from?

Balmaha to Loch Ness train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Balmaha to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Balmaha to Loch Ness is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £110 - £150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £75 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Balmaha to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Balmaha to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Balmaha to Loch Ness train arrive?

Balmaha to Loch Ness train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Spean Bridge station.

Can I drive from Balmaha to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmaha to Loch Ness is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Balmaha to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1216+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Balmaha to Loch Ness - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balmaha to Loch Ness by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Luss to Fort William Bus Stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus Ember
4h 14m
£114–148
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 45m
£27–72
Drive 127.5 mi
1. Drive from Balmaha to Fort Augustuscar 127.5 mi
2h 40m
£32–46

Balmaha to Loch Ness by bus and train

11Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a vehicle from Balmaha to Fort Augustus via Luss and Fort William Bus Station in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Spean Bridge 6 times a week. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 3h 21m. ScotRail also services this route 5 times a week.

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