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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Ellon is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Ellon is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Ellon?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Ellon. However, there are services departing from Fort William Bus Station and arriving at Market Street via Inverness Union Street and Adelphi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Fort William to Ellon?

The distance between Fort William and Ellon is 190 miles. The road distance is 148.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Ellon without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 7m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Fort William to Ellon, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Ellon?

The best way to get from Fort William to Ellon is to train which takes 8h 26m and costs £95 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Fort William to Ellon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Ellon is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Fort William to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 530+ hotels available in Ellon.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Fort William to Ellon 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
6h 7m
£59–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
6h 39m
£25–38
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
8h 26m
£99–228
Drive 147.3 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Elloncar 147.3 mi
2h 57m
£36–52
Bus via Dunfermline
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park & Ridebus 913
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
7h 34m
£36–54

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Fort William to Ellon.

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Distance: 189.2 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Fort William to Market Street via Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen, and Adelphi in around 8h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort William Bus Station to Market Street via Inverness Union Street and Adelphi in around 6h 39m.

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