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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Fort Augustus via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Elgin to Loch Ness?

The distance between Elgin and Loch Ness is 56 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Loch Ness without a car is to train and line 917 bus which takes 2h 30m and costs £17 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Elgin to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Elgin to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Elgin to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Falcon Sq station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Loch Ness is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Elgin to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1223+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Elgin to Loch Ness - 4 ways to travel via train, line 917 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Loch Ness by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 917 bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from King Street to Achnahannet Farmbus 917
2h 30m
£17–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Falcon Sqbus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
3h 22m
£8–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
2h 45m
£20–33
Drive 69.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Fort Augustuscar 69.2 mi
1h 25m
£18–25

Elgin to Loch Ness by train, foot, and bus

28Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Fort Augustus via Falcon Sq and Inverness Union Street in around 3h 22m.

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