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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Shotts is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Shotts is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Easter Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Pollock Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Fort William to Shotts?

The distance between Fort William and Shotts is 136 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Fort William to Shotts, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Shotts?

The best way to get from Fort William to Shotts is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 240 bus, which costs and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Fort William to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Shotts is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Fort William to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Fort William to Shotts - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 240 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Fort William to Shotts by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen StreetMallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
4h 55m
£35–51
Drive 121.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort William to Shotts121.7 mi
2h 32m
£31–44
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Pollock Street240
5h 41m

Fort William to Shotts by train and foot

25Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Street 3 times a day. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Easter Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Pollock Street in around 5h 41m.

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