What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh is to bus via Drum Green which costs £25 - £75 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Augustus Abbey and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Augustus Abbey and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Spean Bridge and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fort Augustus Abbey and Edinburgh is 197 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh bus from?

Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort Augustus station.

Where do I catch the Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh train from?

Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Spean Bridge station.

Train or bus from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh train arrive?

Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2826+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
5h 30m
£31–70
Bus via Drum Green
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
6h 4m
£25–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 34m
£52–150
Drive 135.6 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburghcar 135.6 mi
3h 52m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
6h 29m
£41–63

Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh by foot and bus

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Distance: 195.7 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Fort Augustus Abbey, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Fort Augustus Abbey to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Fort Augustus, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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