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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Fort William is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 14h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Fort William is to drive which takes 6h 38m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Causeway Lane and arriving at An Aird One via Sheffield Interchange/E2 and George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 27m.

How far is it from Matlock to Fort William?

The distance between Matlock and Fort William is 414 miles. The road distance is 361.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Fort William without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 9m and costs £45 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 11h 9m to get from Matlock to Fort William, including transfers.

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

Matlock to Fort William bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Fort William?

The best way to get from Matlock to Fort William is to bus via Edinburgh which takes 13h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £270 and takes 11h 41m.

Where does the Matlock to Fort William bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matlock to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Fort William is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Matlock to Fort William.

Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 631+ hotels available in Fort William.

Matlock to Fort William - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Matlock to Fort William by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station914 / ...
11h 9m
£48–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Buchanan Bus StationUk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station914 / ...
14h 26m
£36–78
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Edinburgh, Bus Station180
2. Take the bus from George Street to An Aird OneE4 / ...
13h 27m
Drive 359.1 mi
1. Drive from Matlock to Fort William359.1 mi
6h 38m
£89–128
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird One
7h 39m
Train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort WilliamEdinburgh - Fort William
11h 41m
£108–264
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to An Aird One
8h 30m
£63–159
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Matlock to Beeston
2. Take the train from Beeston to Kettering
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
5. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird One
9h 28m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Belford Hospital
10h 2m
£120–297

Matlock to Fort William by train, foot, and bus

52Weekly Services

11h 9mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 411.3 mi
Duration: 11h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Causeway Lane to An Aird One via Sheffield Interchange/E2, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and George Street in around 13h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Causeway Lane to Fort William via Cavendish Street Stop T2, Chesterfield, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 11h 41m.

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