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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 51m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from The Cowane Centre and arriving at Fort Augustus via Tyndrum and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness?

The distance between Stirling Castle and Loch Ness is 170 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Stirling Castle to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from The Cowane Centre station.

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

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

Train or bus from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Stirling Castle to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Public Toilets station.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Loch Ness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness?

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

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1219+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

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There are 3 ways to get from Stirling Castle to Loch Ness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
5h 1m
£37–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Cowane Centre to Public Toiletsbus S60
2. Take the bus from Tyndrum to Fort Williambus
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
5h 51m
£23–40
Drive 127.5 mi
1. Drive from Stirling Castle to Fort Augustuscar 127.5 mi
2h 43m
£32–46

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

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Inverness every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stirling Castle to Fort Augustus via The Cowane Centre, Tyndrum, Fort William, and Fort William Bus Station in around 5h 51m.

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