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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 5h 51m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Spean Bridge via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Loch Ness?

The distance between Hamilton and Loch Ness is 149 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Loch Ness without a car is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs £17 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Hamilton to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

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

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

Hamilton to Loch Ness train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Dalmuir station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Loch Ness is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs £17 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Hamilton to Loch Ness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hamilton to Loch Ness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Loch Ness is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus Ember
5h 51m
£18–28
Train
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 40m
£41–104
Drive 147.9 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Fort Augustuscar 147.9 mi
3h 6m
£36–52

Hamilton to Loch Ness by bus

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Fort Augustus via Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Dalmuir to Spean Bridge 6 times a week. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 3h 32m. ScotRail also services this route 5 times a week.

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