How to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus?

From Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus

To get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus in Fort Augustus, take the E9 bus from George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh station to Union Street, Inverness station. Next, take the E14 bus from Union Street, Inverness station to Tourist Information, Fort Augustus station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 30 min. The bus schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Fort Augustus on the Moovit app.

330min
Walk to bus station
Bus - E9E9
Bus - E14E14
Walk to Fort Augustus
Leaves from George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh
    ID 6200243410
    460 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - E9E9
    Wait for bus
    E9
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Street, Inverness
    ID 6700712819D
    249 min
  • 4
    Bus - E14E14
    Wait for bus
    E14
    Fort William
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tourist Information, Fort Augustus
    ID 670085644
    69 min
  • 6
    Walk to Fort Augustus
    Walk to
    Fort Augustus
    Station Road
    300 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus

The distance between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus is approximately 269.31 km, which can typically be travelled in 330 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fort Augustus – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus

To check the bus timetable from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (Fort Augustus), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

    The fastest way takes 330 minutes, using Bus line E9, Bus line E14.

  • Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

    The E9 bus line goes from George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Union Street, Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Union Street, Inverness station near Fort Augustus.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus by bus is about 5 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Edinburgh to get to Fort Augustus?

    Get on the E9 bus from the George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh stop near Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus?

    Get off the bus at the Union Street, Inverness stop, which is closest to Fort Augustus.

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