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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Methil is to bus and train which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Methil is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Methil?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Methil. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Memorial Court via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Methil?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Methil. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Leven via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Fort William to Methil?

The distance between Fort William and Methil is 153 miles. The road distance is 130 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Methil without a car is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Fort William to Methil, including transfers.

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

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

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

Fort William to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Methil?

The best way to get from Fort William to Methil is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Fort William to Methil bus arrive?

Fort William to Methil bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Fort William to Methil train arrive?

Fort William to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Methil?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Methil is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Fort William to Methil.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park & Ridebus 913
4h 57m
£30–55
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
5h 1m
£27–41
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain
6h 18m
£66–124
Drive 129.3 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Methilcar 129.3 mi
2h 35m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
6h 34m
£49–72

Fort William to Methil by bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station to Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £24–50 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Leven via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket in around 6h 18m.

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