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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Keswick is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Keswick is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Keswick station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Christies Newsagents. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Fort William to Keswick?

The distance between Fort William and Keswick is 254 miles. The road distance is 226.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Keswick without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Fort William to Keswick, including transfers.

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

Fort William to Keswick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Keswick?

The best way to get from Fort William to Keswick is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Fort William to Keswick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Keswick is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Fort William to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2494+ hotels available in Keswick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Fort William to Keswick by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
6h 40m
£46–85
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 3m
£21–115
Drive 225 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Keswickcar 225 mi
4h 23m
£55–79
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
6h 56m
£46–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 595 / ...
8h 20m
£32–54

Fort William to Keswick by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Fort William to Keswick.

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Distance: 252 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Keswick Park Hotel via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Christies Newsagents in around 8h 20m.

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