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

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle is to bus via Inverness which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Park and Ride via Bus Station Stance 3 and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Loch Ness and Stirling Castle is 180 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 4h 49m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Loch Ness to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ness to Stirling Castle is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle.

Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

There are 619+ hotels available in Stirling Castle.

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

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

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Bus via Inverness
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1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Park and Ridebus
4h 49m
£22–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 2m
£37–104
Drive 127.4 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Stirling Castlecar 127.4 mi
2h 43m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Fort William Bus Stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hill Streetbus 913
6h 2m
£28–52

Loch Ness to Stirling Castle by bus, train, and foot

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5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.9 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Stirling Castle via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride, and Park and Ride in around 4h 49m.

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