What is the cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle?

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Loch Ness and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Retail Park via Bus Station Stance 3 and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle?

The distance between Loch Ness and Alnwick Castle is 314 miles. The road distance is 218.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 43m and costs £100 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle bus from?

Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort Augustus station.

Where does the Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle bus arrive?

Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle is 218 miles. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle.

Where can I stay near Alnwick Castle?

There are 1957+ hotels available in Alnwick Castle.

Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle 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 Alnmouthtrain Inverness - London Kings Cross / ...
6h 43m
£108–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
8h 40m
£43–90
Drive 217 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Alnwick Castlecar 217 mi
5h 28m
£54–78
Bus, train via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 473 / ...
10h 30m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 473 / ...
10h 40m

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Map of how to get from Loch Ness to Alnwick Castle.

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Distance: 312 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Loch Ness, Scotland and Alnwick Castle, England?

You can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Alnwick Castle via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Retail Park in around 8h 40m.

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