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The Loch Ness Centre
Modern visitor center exploring Loch Ness history, geology, and monster legends through immersive exhibitions in Drumnadrochit.
Cheapest price on Sep 28
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 28
$19
Fastest journey on Sep 28
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 28
6 h 4 m
Buses on Sep 28
4
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Mon, Sep 28, we found 4 buses from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 28 the direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Mon, Sep 28 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:09AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h01 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:24AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:39AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:09AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h11 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:41PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 6h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:02PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h53 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:11PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h44 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness buses for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 10:50 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h40 | 1:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h05 | 10:45 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h15 | 3:10 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h05 | 5:00 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h10 | 1:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM Edinburgh, St Andrew's House | 5h50 | 3:10 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:24 AM Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU) | 5h46 | 3:10 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 5h40 | 3:10 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:39 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h31 | 3:10 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h20 | 3:10 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h10 | 5:00 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h05 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:09 AM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h51 | 5:00 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h20 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h25 | 5:00 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h10 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 5:00 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h11 | 7:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h40 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:02 PM Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 5h53 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h10 | 7:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:11 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h44 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h40 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 20:21. The fastest bus covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 8:21 PM |
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Discover the best of Drumnadrochit Loch Ness — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Drumnadrochit Loch Ness trip today.
Modern visitor center exploring Loch Ness history, geology, and monster legends through immersive exhibitions in Drumnadrochit.
Interactive military museum covering the 1745 Jacobite campaign and the Battle of Culloden near Inverness.
Hands-on local museum on Highland life and Jacobite history with interactive exhibits in nearby Fort Augustus.
A tranquil glen west of Drumnadrochit with walking routes, wildlife, and a rewarding sense of Highland remoteness.
A scenic lochside stop with iconic Urquhart Castle views, ideal for photos and a quick introduction to Loch Ness.
Popular forest walk above Drumnadrochit with a hilltop viewpoint and excellent panoramas over Loch Ness and Glen Urquhart.
A Highland staple of sheep offal, oats and spices cooked in a casing. It is Scotland's national dish and widely served in pubs around Loch Ness.
Smoked salmon from Scottish waters, prized for its clean flavour and traditional curing. Common on breakfast menus and as a starter in the Highlands.
A thick soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. It is a comforting northern Scottish dish often found on traditional menus.
Popular casual stop for breakfast, lunches and baking. Known for soups, sandwiches, cakes and coffee in a friendly village cafe setting.
Traditional Highland inn in Lewiston known for hearty Scottish pub food, local ales and a relaxed village atmosphere near Loch Ness.
Established hotel restaurant serving refined Scottish dishes with local produce in a quieter, more polished setting close to Urquhart Castle.
Moderate for the Highlands: lodging and tours raise costs, while casual dining is reasonable. Public transport is limited, so car hire or taxis can add to daily spend.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is fine if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Drumnadrochit Loch Ness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Drumnadrochit Loch Ness bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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