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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Fort William is to train and bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Fort William is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead station to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Coach Station and arriving at Fort William via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Fort William?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Fort William via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Fort William?

The distance between Gateshead and Fort William is 275 miles. The road distance is 239.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Fort William without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Gateshead to Fort William, including transfers.

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

Gateshead to Fort William bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Newcastle Coach Station.

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

Gateshead to Fort William train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Fort William?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Fort William is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £85 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Gateshead to Fort William bus arrive?

Gateshead to Fort William bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Gateshead to Fort William train arrive?

Gateshead to Fort William train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Fort William is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Gateshead to Fort William.

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

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Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 635+ hotels available in Fort William.

Gateshead to Fort William - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Gateshead to Fort William by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 913
7h
£30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus Ember
7h 35m
£15–85
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
7h 28m
£65–157
Drive 237.7 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Fort Williamcar 237.7 mi
4h 48m
£59–85
Fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NCL - GLA
2. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Bus Stationbus
8h 29m
£69–136
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane NCL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Fort Williambus
9h 11m
£28–213

Gateshead to Fort William by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 273.7 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Fort William via Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Fort William via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 7h 35m.

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