Ways to Explore
Loch Ness
Planning a day trip, a short break or a long holiday?
There are many ways to get to us and start your Highland exploration whatever your budget and schedule.By Road
Fort Augustus
Fort Augustus is on the A82, at the head of Loch Ness in the heart of the Highlands. Fort Augustus is 33 miles from Fort William and 34 miles from Inverness. From Glasgow take the A82 via Crianlarich and Fort William to Fort Augustus – 132 miles. From Edinburgh take the M90 to Perth, the A9 to Dalwhinnie, the A86 to Spean Bridge and the A82 to Fort Augustus – 157 miles. From Aberdeen take the A96 via Nairn to Inverness, then the A82 to Fort Augustus – 141 miles.Invermoriston
Invermoriston is about 6 miles North of Fort Augustus.Invergarry
Invergarry is about 6 miles South of Fort Augustus.Local and national hire car companies operate throughout the area.By Air
Fly into one of the Scottish Airports and hire a car to enjoy the freedom and the scenery to the full. Inverness airport is only 1 hour from Fort Augustus. Easyjet flies from London Luton, and flights are available from Glasgow and Edinburgh. Alternatively, fly into an international airport such as Glasgow, Edinburgh, Prestwick or Aberdeen.
- Easyjet: +44(0)870 556677 – For more info visit their website
- Inverness Airport: +44 (0)1667 464000 – For more info visit their website
- Edinburgh Airport: +44 (0)131 333 1000 – For more info visit their website
- Glasgow Airport: +44 (0)141 887 1111 – For more info visit their website
By Bus
Several coach operators run daily services throughout the Highlands. Buses run to Fort Augustus from Fort William, Inverness, Glasgow and Edinburgh.
- Citylink: +44 (0)870 550 50 50 – For more info visit their website
- National Express: +44 (0)870 580 80 80 – For more info visit their website
- Skyeways: +44 (0)1599 534328 – For more info visit their website
By Train
Trains run from Glasgow and Edinburgh to Fort William and Inverness. Overnight sleepers are available from London to Glasgow, Edinburgh, Fort William and Inverness. The steam train “The Jacobite” runs day trips from Fort William to Mallaig.