How to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus and train?

From Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus in Fort Augustus, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to 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 6 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Fort Augustus on the Moovit app.

361min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - E14E14
Walk to Fort Augustus
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
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    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    208 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Street, Inverness
    ID 6700712819D
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - E14E14
    Wait for bus
    E14
    Fort William
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tourist Information, Fort Augustus
    ID 670085644
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to Fort Augustus
    Walk to
    Fort Augustus
    Station Road
    300 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus

To get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus in Fort Augustus, take the MEGABUS M90 bus from Edinburgh Bus Station station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 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 6 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Fort Augustus on the Moovit app.

393min
Walk to bus station
Bus - MEGABUS M90MEGABUS M90
Bus - E14E14
Walk to Fort Augustus
Leaves from Edinburgh Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Edinburgh Bus Station
    620 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - MEGABUS M90MEGABUS M90
    Wait for bus
    MEGABUS M90
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Inverness Bus Station Stance 3
    240 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Street, Inverness
    ID 6700712819D
    380 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - E14E14
    Wait for bus
    E14
    Fort William
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tourist Information, Fort Augustus
    ID 670085644
    69 min
  • 7
    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 349.02 km, which can typically be travelled in 361 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fort Augustus – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus

To check the bus and train schedule 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 and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by bus

To get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus in Fort Augustus, take the MEGABUS M90 bus from Edinburgh Bus Station station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 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 6 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Fort Augustus on the Moovit app.

393min
Walk to bus station
Bus - MEGABUS M90MEGABUS M90
Bus - E14E14
Walk to Fort Augustus
Leaves from Edinburgh Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Edinburgh Bus Station
    620 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - MEGABUS M90MEGABUS M90
    Wait for bus
    MEGABUS M90
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Inverness Bus Station Stance 3
    240 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Street, Inverness
    ID 6700712819D
    380 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - E14E14
    Wait for bus
    E14
    Fort William
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tourist Information, Fort Augustus
    ID 670085644
    69 min
  • 7
    Walk to Fort Augustus
    Walk to
    Fort Augustus
    Station Road
    300 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 361 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line E14.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

    The alternative route takes 393 minutes, using Bus line MEGABUS M90, Bus line E14.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Inverness station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Inverness station near Fort Augustus.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus by train and bus is about 6 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Inverness station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

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

    Get off the train at the Inverness stop, which is closest to Fort Augustus.

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