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Visit Fort George car-free
Bus 11 runs direct from Inverness to Ardersier. From here, there’s a moderate walk to reach Fort George. Our journey planner will show you train and bus times and walking routes.
Enjoy 25% off entry when you arrive car-free by train, bus or bike. 25% off the standard Adult, Child or Concession admission price when you book online with code GOOD25 and show bus/train ticket or bike on arrival.
Inverness train station has a taxi rank. Book ahead with: Capital – 01463 808080, or otherwise Inverness – 01463 222222 or A2B – 01463 807060.
Scotrail have some great discounts if you’re travelling in a group of 3 or more, or with kids.
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Here’s some information on accessibility on buses and trains. And here’s information on accessibility at Fort George.
Getting to Fort George car-free
Here's our recommended route to Fort George. To get bus and train times and walking routes use our journey planner.
By bus
Bus 11 (operated by Stagecoach Highlands) leaves from Inverness bus station (Stance 5) and takes about 40 minutes to reach Ardersier church. It runs frequently (regularly at weekends).
It’s about a 45-minute level walk along the coast road from here to the gates of Fort George. Or you could walk a little more quickly along the beach; there is a gravel path near the water from the village to Fort George.
By train via Inverness
There are regular trains to Inverness from Aberdeen, Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh. Then it’s a very short walk to Inverness bus station to catch bus 11 to Ardesier church and a walk from there, with sea views, to the fort. Search for train times and cheaper tickets with Good Journey.
About Fort George
Fort George is the mightiest artillery fortification in Britain. Following the 1746 defeat at Culloden of Bonnie Prince Charlie, George II created the ultimate defence against further Jacobite unrest. The result, Fort George, is the mightiest artillery fortification in Britain, if not Europe. Its garrison buildings, artillery defences bristling with cannon, and superb collection of arms - including bayoneted muskets, pikes, swords and ammunition pouches - provide a fascinating insight into 18th century military life
For any queries about visiting contact Fort George on 01667 460232 or [email protected]
Address: Fort George, , Near Ardersier, Inverness, IV2 7TD. Visit Website