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

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Loch Ness and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ness to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Loch Ness and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Loch Ness to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Edinburgh?

The distance between Loch Ness and Edinburgh is 205 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Loch Ness to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Loch Ness to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Loch Ness to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Loch Ness to Edinburgh train arrive?

Loch Ness to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Loch Ness to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ness to Edinburgh is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Loch Ness to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 3004+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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There are 5 ways to get from Loch Ness to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 12m
£54–158
Drive 135.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Edinburghcar 135.5 mi
3h 51m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
5h 22m
£37–69
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information to Torvean Park & Ridebus 919
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
5h 40m
£37–73
Train via Spean Bridge
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
6h 28m
£46–83

Loch Ness to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 22m.

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