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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £77
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £77
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 4 h 41 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 4 h 41 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 1
- 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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
To travel from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus you need to make at least one change.
L87902 · C14833_C1487711:15 4h41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 15:56 Spean Bridge station (SBR) £77 1 One-way 1 change
- L87902 · C14833_C14877
11:15 4h41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 15:56 Spean Bridge station (SBR) £77 1 One-way 1 change
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 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 17:51. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 7:01 |
Last train 17:51 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Fort Augustus train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 Edinburgh | 4h56 | 14:56 Fort Augustus | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Edinburgh | 4h56 | 15:56 Fort Augustus | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trainsScotrail, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Fort Augustus train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Fort Augustus
Most Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Fort Augustus train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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