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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 Taxis: 01463 222222, A2B Taxis Inverness: 01463 807060.
Scotrail have some great discounts if you’re travelling in a group of 3 or more, or with kids.
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 Ardesier church. It runs twice per hour (hourly 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
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 ticketing@hes.scot
Address: Fort George, , Near Ardersier, Inverness, IV2 7TD. Visit Website