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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Fort William is to bus via Glasgow which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Fort William is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Fort William station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Fort William?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Fort William via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Fort William?

The distance between Prestwick and Fort William is 136 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Fort William without a car is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Prestwick to Fort William, including transfers.

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

Prestwick to Fort William bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

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

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Fort William?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Fort William is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Prestwick to Fort William bus arrive?

Prestwick to Fort William bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Prestwick to Fort William train arrive?

Prestwick to Fort William train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Fort William is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Prestwick to Fort William.

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

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Where can I stay near Fort William?

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Prestwick to Fort William - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Prestwick to Fort William by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
4h 47m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
6h 1m
£52–82
Drive 129.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Fort Williamcar 129.9 mi
2h 35m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 915
5h 8m
£30–38
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Nithsdale Drivebus 4
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 915
6h 27m
£22–30

Prestwick to Fort William by train and foot

6Weekly Services

6h 1mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Prestwick to Fort William.

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Distance: 135.2 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to Fort William via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 6h 1m.

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