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 which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 10m.

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 5h 10m.

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 Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Fort William to Methil?

The distance between Fort William and Methil is 170 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 and train which takes 5h 2m and costs £29 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m 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 Caledonian Sleeper, 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 train which takes 6h 36m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 10m.

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 Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley 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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Fort William to Methil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Fort William to Methil 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 to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
5h 2m
£29–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park & Ridebus 913
5h 10m
£23–32
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 36m
£56–100
Drive 129.2 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Methilcar 129.2 mi
2h 35m
£32–46

Fort William to Methil by bus and train

35Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Leven via Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station to Park & Ride once daily. Tickets cost £20–28 and the journey takes 3h 48m.

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