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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Tourist Information via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct train from Irvine to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Irvine and arriving at Spean Bridge via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Irvine to Loch Ness?

The distance between Irvine and Loch Ness is 165 miles. The road distance is 152.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Loch Ness without a car is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs £23 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Irvine to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

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

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

Irvine to Loch Ness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Irvine to Loch Ness is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Irvine to Loch Ness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Loch Ness train arrive?

Irvine to Loch Ness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Loch Ness is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Irvine to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Loch Ness by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tourist Informationbus 919
6h 18m
£24–36
Train
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 29m
£50–129
Drive 151.6 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Fort Augustuscar 151.6 mi
3h 5m
£37–54

Irvine to Loch Ness by bus

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6h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Mill Road to Tourist Information via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Irvine to Tourist Information via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Dundas Street, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Spean Bridge, and Spean Crescent in around 6h 29m.

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