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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Fort Augustus on Wed, Nov 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 37 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€80 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Fort Augustus train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:15 AM Edinburgh | 4h41 | 2:56 PM Fort Augustus | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 17:51. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 17:51 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus start from as low as $53 (€43) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $98 (€80) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 41m but the average duration is 4h 25m
Train Operators
- Travel from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus with ScotRail
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is ScotRail.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Spean Bridge station (SBR)
- First train typically departs at 07:01 AM and the last at 05:51 PM
Train companies: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trainsScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fort Augustus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Imperial Palace
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and level crossing
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Kingsknowe Road South at level crossing
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