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

The cheapest way to get from Kilwinning to Loch Ness is to train and bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilwinning to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kilwinning and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilwinning to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from St Winnings Lane and arriving at Fort Augustus via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Kilwinning and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct train from Kilwinning to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Kilwinning and arriving at Spean Bridge via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Kilwinning to Loch Ness?

The distance between Kilwinning and Loch Ness is 162 miles. The road distance is 149.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Loch Ness without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 59m and costs £28 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Kilwinning to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Kilwinning to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Kilwinning to Loch Ness is to train which takes 7h and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Kilwinning to Loch Ness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilwinning to Loch Ness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilwinning to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilwinning to Loch Ness is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Kilwinning to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1378+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Kilwinning to Loch Ness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kilwinning to Loch Ness by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
5h 59m
£28–50
Train
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridgetrain Edinburgh - Fort William
7h
£40–96
Drive 149 mi
1. Drive from Kilwinning to Fort Augustuscar 149 mi
3h 2m
£38–54
Bus
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
7h 7m
£29–43

Kilwinning to Loch Ness by train and bus

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Distance: 161 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Kilwinning to Fort Augustus via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Spean Bridge, and Spean Bridge in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Winnings Lane to Fort Augustus via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Fort William Bus Station in around 7h 7m.

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