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

The cheapest way to get from Stonehaven to Loch Ness is to bus via Inverness which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stonehaven to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stonehaven and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Stonehaven to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Barclay Street and arriving at Tourist Information via Aberdeen Union Street and Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Stonehaven to Loch Ness?

The distance between Stonehaven and Loch Ness is 157 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Loch Ness without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 23m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Stonehaven to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Stonehaven to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Stonehaven to Loch Ness bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stonehaven to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Stonehaven to Loch Ness is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Stonehaven to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
5h 23m
£41–109
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
6h 27m
£20–35
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Stonehaven to Fort Augustuscar 131.2 mi
2h 37m
£32–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
6h 41m
£20–33

Stonehaven to Loch Ness by train and bus

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5h 23mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Barclay Street to Tourist Information via Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen Union Street, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 2 in around 6h 27m.

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