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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at Fort Augustus via Park and Ride, Park and Ride and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Stirling to Loch Ness?

The distance between Stirling and Loch Ness is 169 miles. The road distance is 128.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Loch Ness without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Stirling to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Stirling to Loch Ness bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Park and Ride station.

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

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

Train or bus from Stirling to Loch Ness?

The best way to get from Stirling to Loch Ness is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Stirling to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Stirling to Loch Ness bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Stirling to Loch Ness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stirling to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Loch Ness is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Stirling to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1258+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
4h 46m
£50–120
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Park and Ridebus
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus
5h 42m
£26–64
Drive 128.2 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Fort Augustuscar 128.2 mi
2h 45m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance A to Hill Streetbus 15A
2. Take the bus from Hill Street to Bus Stationbus 913
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Fort Augustusbus
6h 7m
£28–55

Stirling to Loch Ness by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Inverness every 3 hours. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to Fort Augustus via Park and Ride, Park and Ride, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 5h 42m.

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