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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Loch Ness is to bus via Inverness which costs £8 - £15 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Scrabster to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Scrabster Terminal Building and arriving at Fort Augustus via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Scrabster and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct train from Scrabster to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Loch Ness?

The distance between Scrabster and Loch Ness is 168 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Loch Ness without a car is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs £20 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Scrabster to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Scrabster to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Scrabster Terminal Building station.

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

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

Train or bus from Scrabster to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Loch Ness is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs £20 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £140 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Scrabster to Loch Ness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scrabster to Loch Ness train arrive?

Scrabster to Loch Ness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Scrabster to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Loch Ness is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Scrabster to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1416+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Terminal Building to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
5h 28m
£20–29
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
5h 58m
£8–15
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
5h 39m
£76–136
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Fort Augustuscar 140 mi
3h 7m
£35–50

Scrabster to Loch Ness by bus

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Scrabster Terminal Building to Fort Augustus via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Thurso to Inverness 4 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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