The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 19 buses that leave Edinburgh for Drumnadrochit Loch Ness every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus10:5010h05Edinburgh, Bus Station20:55Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus11:355h25Edinburgh, Bus Station17:00Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:506h10Edinburgh, Bus Station17:00Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:454h15Edinburgh, Bus Station17:00Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus11:359h20Edinburgh, Bus Station20:55Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
FlixBus15:104h10Edinburgh, Bus Station19:20Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:104h10Edinburgh, Bus Station13:20Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:454h15Edinburgh, Bus Station17:00Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus6:354h15Edinburgh, Bus Station10:50Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:504h20Edinburgh, Bus Station15:10Inverness, Bus Station£141One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 173 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness coaches for tomorrow, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 10:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h05 | 17:00 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h15 | 15:10 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 6h01 | 15:10 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h10 | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 10h05 | 20:55 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h10 | 17:00 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h20 | 15:10 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 6h00 | 17:00 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h51 | 17:00 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h25 | 17:00 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h20 | 20:55 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 17:00 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h10 | 20:55 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 5h11 | 19:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h40 | 20:55 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 6h14 | 20:55 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h10 | 19:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h40 | 20:55 Inverness, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness
Buses from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:35, the last at 20:21. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 6:35 |
Last bus 20:21 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch NessYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit Loch Ness by coach. 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 coach, 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Drumnadrochit Loch Ness
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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