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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Fort William is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Fort William is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Fort William?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Fort William via Lancaster and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Fort William?

The distance between Carnforth and Fort William is 280 miles. The road distance is 259.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Fort William without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Carnforth to Fort William, including transfers.

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

Carnforth to Fort William train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Carnforth to Fort William?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Fort William is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Carnforth to Fort William train arrive?

Carnforth to Fort William train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Fort William is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Carnforth to Fort William.

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

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Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 628+ hotels available in Fort William.

Carnforth to Fort William - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carnforth to Fort William by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Station915
7h
£40–126
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort WilliamEdinburgh - Fort William
7h 52m
£63–142
Drive 257.9 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Fort William257.9 mi
4h 40m
£64–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Station181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station915
8h 41m
£42–68
Train, bus via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to An Aird OneE5
10h 7m

Carnforth to Fort William by train and bus

88Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carnforth to Fort William.

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Distance: 278.2 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Carnforth, England and Fort William, Scotland?

You can take a train from Carnforth to Fort William via Lancaster, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Bus Station via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 41m.

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