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 which costs £17 - £30 and takes 6h 17m.

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 Achnahannet Farm via Aberdeen Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Stonehaven to Loch Ness?

The distance between Stonehaven and Loch Ness is 142 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 line 917 bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m 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 1262+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Stonehaven to Loch Ness - 5 ways to travel via train, line 917 bus, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Stonehaven to Loch Ness by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 917 bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Achnahannet Farmbus 917
5h 17m
£38–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
6h 17m
£17–30
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Stonehaven to Fort Augustuscar 131.2 mi
2h 37m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort Augustusbus Ember
5h 53m
£38–101
Bus via Fort Augustus
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 38m
£20–33

Stonehaven to Loch Ness by train and bus

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5h 17mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.7 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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