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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Alness is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Alness is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Alness?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Alness. However, there are services departing from Fort William Bus Station and arriving at Library via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Fort William to Alness?

The distance between Fort William and Alness is 89 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Alness without a car is to bus and line 25 bus which takes 2h 57m and costs £13 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Fort William to Alness, including transfers.

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

Fort William to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Alness bus arrive?

Fort William to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Alness?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Alness is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Fort William to Alness.

Where can I stay near Alness?

There are 893+ hotels available in Alness.

Fort William to Alness - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 25 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Fort William to Alness by bus, car, or train

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

Bus, line 25 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Librarybus 25 / ...
2h 57m
£13–65
Drive 82.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Alnesscar 82.5 mi
1h 42m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Alnesstrain Inverness - Wick / ...
3h 45m
£16–80

Fort William to Alness by bus and train

44Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Fort William Bus Station to Library via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 2 in around 2h 57m.

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