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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Fort Augustus is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Spean Bridge via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Carlisle and Fort Augustus is 232 miles. The road distance is 229.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus which takes 7h 22m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Carlisle to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Carlisle to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

Carlisle to Fort Augustus train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Fort Augustus is to bus which takes 7h 22m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Carlisle to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Carlisle to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Fort Augustus train arrive?

Carlisle to Fort Augustus train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Fort Augustus is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Carlisle to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
7h 22m
£33–52
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
7h 22m
£28–43
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
7h 40m
£53–144
Drive 228.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Fort Augustuscar 228.2 mi
4h 25m
£57–82

Carlisle to Fort Augustus by bus

18Weekly Buses

7h 22mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.3 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Fort Augustus, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station in around 7h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlisle to Fort Augustus Abertarff Place via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Spean Bridge, and Spean Bridge in around 7h 40m.

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