How to get toUrquhart Castlecar-free

Visit Urquhart Castle car-free

It’s easy to visit Urquhart Castle car-free.

Bus 919 stops outside. Buses leave from Inverness bus station (Stance 2) regularly. The journey takes about 30 minutes.

There are regular trains to Inverness from Dingwall (30 mins), Elgin (40 minutes),  Aberdeen (2¼ hours) and beyond. Inverness bus station is a short, signed walk from the train station.

Use our journey planner to find the best route from where you are.

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About Urquhart Castle

The huge remains of a craggy medieval castle on the dramatic shores of Loch Ness. Embattled, fought over and finally blown up during the Jacobite Risings, these ruined walls have witnessed a thousand eventful years of Scottish history.

For any queries about visiting contact Urquhart Castle on 01456 450551 or hs.urquhart@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Address: Urquhart Castle, By Drumnadrochit, near Inverness IV63 6XJ. Visit Website

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Covid-19

We live on a beautiful island and there’s no better way to explore it than by train, bus, bike and foot. But, at this exceptional time, please follow current advice to stay at home and avoid non-essential travel in England. Separate travel rules apply in Wales and Scotland.

We look forward to helping you enjoy great days out and more car-free adventures in the future.