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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 10 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
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 £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 3 trains from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 7 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.
11:154h41Edinburgh15:56Fort Augustus£391One-way0 changes- 10:154h41Edinburgh14:56Fort Augustus£591One-way0 changes
- 15:456h07Edinburgh21:52Fort Augustus£601One-way0 changes
- 11:154h41Edinburgh15:56Fort Augustus£391One-way0 changes
- 10:154h41Edinburgh14:56Fort Augustus£591One-way0 changes
- 15:456h07Edinburgh21:52Fort Augustus£601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight 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 train, with an average ticket price of £62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £62, while a flight costs an average of £259.
Distance: 160 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £259 Average Price | £68 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus:
A train is £196 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus costing on average £259.
Other travel options to Fort Augustus take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 4h 25m versus 3h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Fort Augustus train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:15 Edinburgh | 4h41 | 14:56 Fort Augustus | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:15 Edinburgh | 4h41 | 15:56 Fort Augustus | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:45 Edinburgh | 6h07 | 21:52 Fort Augustus | 0 changesdirect | |
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 £59 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 41m.
Distance 160 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 7:01 |
Last train 17:51 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Edinburgh to Fort Augustus trainsScotrail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Fort Augustus from £59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 Spean Bridge 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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