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Edinburgh to Loch Ness

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3 h 1 min
264 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Loch Ness

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Cheapest
By car (264 km)
3 h 1 min
264 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
3 h 1 min
264 km.
from $10.04
Train, Bus
5 h 37 min
168 km.
from $156.48
Bus
5 h 41 min
168 km.
from $54.41
Bus via Queensferry Street
5 h 44 min
168 km.
from $59.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Public
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.58–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Ness is to bus which costs $31.52 - $45.65 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Public Hall via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Loch Ness?

The distance between Edinburgh and Loch Ness is 343 km. The road distance is 255 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Ness without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $65.22 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Edinburgh to Loch Ness, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Loch Ness is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Edinburgh to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 890+ hotels available in Loch Ness. Prices start at $42.65 per night.
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