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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Fort William is to bus via Overgate which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Fort William is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Fort William station. However, there are services departing from Lidl and arriving at Bus Station via Overgate and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Forfar to Fort William?

The distance between Forfar and Fort William is 143 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Fort William without a car is to bus via Overgate which takes 5h 25m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Forfar to Fort William, including transfers.

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

Forfar to Fort William bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Park and Ride station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Fort William?

The best way to get from Forfar to Fort William is to bus via Overgate which takes 5h 25m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Forfar to Fort William bus arrive?

Forfar to Fort William bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Fort William is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Forfar to Fort William.

Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 633+ hotels available in Fort William.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Overgate
best
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station913
5h 25m
£20–33
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort WilliamEdinburgh - Fort William
7h 55m
£56–95
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Fort William118.2 mi
2h 19m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station913
5h 36m
£26–39
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Lidl to George StreetE1
2. Take the bus from George Street to An Aird OneE4 / ...
7h 22m

Forfar to Fort William by bus and foot

12Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lidl to Fort William via Slessor Gardens, Dundee, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 7h 55m.

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