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

The cheapest way to get from Coatbridge to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coatbridge to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Coatbridge and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Coatbridge to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Bus Stance and arriving at Tourist Information via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Coatbridge and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct train from Coatbridge to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Coatbridge Sunnyside and arriving at Spean Bridge via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Coatbridge to Loch Ness?

The distance between Coatbridge and Loch Ness is 146 miles. The road distance is 143.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Loch Ness without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs £11 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Coatbridge to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Coatbridge to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

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

Coatbridge to Loch Ness train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Train or bus from Coatbridge to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Loch Ness is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs £11 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Coatbridge to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Coatbridge to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Coatbridge to Loch Ness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Coatbridge to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Coatbridge to Loch Ness is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Coatbridge to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1416+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

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

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1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tourist Informationbus 919
5h 25m
£11–19
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 13m
£40–106
Drive 142.9 mi
1. Drive from Coatbridge to Fort Augustuscar 142.9 mi
3h 6m
£35–51

Coatbridge to Loch Ness by bus

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Stance to Tourist Information via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridge 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 3h 50m. ScotRail also services this route 5 times a week.

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