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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Rothes is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Rothes is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kirk Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Fort William to Rothes?

The distance between Fort William and Rothes is 323 miles. The road distance is 100.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Rothes without a car is to bus which takes 10h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 1m to get from Fort William to Rothes, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Rothes?

The best way to get from Fort William to Rothes is to bus which takes 10h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Fort William to Rothes bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Rothes is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Fort William to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 366+ hotels available in Rothes.

Fort William to Rothes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Fort William to Rothes 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
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 914
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Streetbus E8
10h 1m
Drive 100 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort William to Rothescar 100 mi
1h 58m
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Pine Trees Leisure Parkbus E4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pine Trees Leisure Park to Stance Bbus S60
3. Take the train from Stirling to Elgintrain
10h 14m
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 Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
10h 30m
£66–184

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Fort William to Rothes.

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Distance: 321.2 mi
Duration: 10h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Kirk Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Kirk Place via Glasgow Queen Street, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 10h 30m.

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