What is the cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Fort William?

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Fort William is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bathgate to Fort William?

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Fort William is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Fort William. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Fort William via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Bathgate and Fort William?

No, there is no direct train from Bathgate to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Bathgate and arriving at Fort William via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Fort William?

The distance between Bathgate and Fort William is 128 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bathgate to Fort William without a car?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Fort William without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £25 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Bathgate to Fort William?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Bathgate to Fort William, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Fort William bus from?

Bathgate to Fort William bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from St David's House station.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Fort William train from?

Bathgate to Fort William train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Bathgate station.

Train or bus from Bathgate to Fort William?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Fort William is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £70 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Bathgate to Fort William bus arrive?

Bathgate to Fort William bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where does the Bathgate to Fort William train arrive?

Bathgate to Fort William train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Bathgate to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Fort William is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Bathgate to Fort William.

How do I get a train ticket from Bathgate to Fort William?

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Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 393+ hotels available in Fort William.

Bathgate to Fort William - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bathgate to Fort William by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Annieslandtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 915
4h 57m
£26–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St David's House to Haymarket Stationbus X18 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket to Fort Williambus Ember
5h 56m
£3–67
Train
1. Take the train from Bathgate to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
5h 57m
£54–86
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Bathgate to Fort Williamcar 118.2 mi
2h 25m
£29–42

Bathgate to Fort William by train and bus

56Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bathgate to Fort William.

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Distance: 127.7 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Bathgate, Scotland and Fort William, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bathgate to Fort William via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Fort William via Haymarket Station and Haymarket in around 5h 56m.

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