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

The cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Augustus and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Augustus 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 32m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Augustus and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Spean Bridge and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fort Augustus and Edinburgh is 220 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 26m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 32m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort Augustus to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Augustus to Edinburgh is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2794+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 26m
£47–129
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
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 32m
£31–69
Drive 135.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburghcar 135.5 mi
3h 51m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Fort William Bus Stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 913
6h 18m
£35–64
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
6h 21m
£36–58

Fort Augustus to Edinburgh by bus and train

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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