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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Fort Augustus is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Fort Augustus is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton 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 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Fort Augustus?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Fort Augustus. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Spean Bridge via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Fort Augustus?

The distance between Hamilton and Fort Augustus is 148 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Fort Augustus without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Hamilton to Fort Augustus, including transfers.

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

Hamilton to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

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

Hamilton to Fort Augustus train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Dalmuir station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Fort Augustus?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Fort Augustus is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Hamilton to Fort Augustus bus arrive?

Hamilton to Fort Augustus bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Fort Augustus train arrive?

Hamilton to Fort Augustus train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Spean Bridge station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Fort Augustus?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Fort Augustus is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Hamilton to Fort Augustus.

Where can I stay near Fort Augustus?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Fort Augustus.

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There are 3 ways to get from Hamilton to Fort Augustus 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 Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus Ember
5h 50m
£19–36
Train
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 42m
£42–98
Drive 147.9 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Fort Augustuscar 147.9 mi
3h 6m
£37–53

Hamilton to Fort Augustus by bus

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland 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 5h 50m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Dalmuir to Spean Bridge 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 3h 32m. ScotRail also services this route 5 times a week.

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