What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William is to bus via Birmingham which costs £40 - £75 and takes 14h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William is to fly and bus which takes 6h 58m and costs £70 - £350.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Fort William?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 station and arriving at Fort William via King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Fort William is 449 miles. The road distance is 497.7 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William without a car is to train which takes 11h 26m and costs £130 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William is to train which takes 11h 26m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 12h 38m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William is 498 miles. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William?

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Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 632+ hotels available in Fort William.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William - 10 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William by plane, 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.

Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
2. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird One
6h 8m
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station914 / ...
14h 41m
£40–73
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort WilliamEdinburgh - Fort William
11h 26m
£133–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station914 / ...
12h 38m
£63–102
Drive 494.8 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William494.8 mi
8h 37m
£124–179
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to An Aird One
6h 59m
£81–241
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird One
7h 9m
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Coach Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
3. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird One
7h 10m
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
3. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird One
7h 23m
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Belford Hospital
6h 58m
£71–350

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Fort William by subway and train

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11h 26mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 446.1 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Fort William, Scotland?

You can take a subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Fort William via King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 11h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 38m.

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