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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Fort William is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Fort William is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Fort William?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Fort William?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and arriving at Fort William. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Scotland to Fort William?

The distance between Scotland and Fort William is 103 miles. The road distance is 101.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Fort William without a car is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs £16 - £23.

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

The bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

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

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

Scotland to Fort William train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Fort William?

The best way to get from Scotland to Fort William is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs £16 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £41 - £42 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Scotland to Fort William bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotland to Fort William train arrive?

Scotland to Fort William train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Fort William station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Fort William is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Scotland to Fort William.

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

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Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 251+ hotels available in Fort William.

Scotland to Fort William - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3h 9m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
4h 7m
£41–42
Drive 101.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Fort Williamcar 101.3 mi
2h 10m
£25–36

Scotland to Fort William by bus

109Weekly Buses

3h 9mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.2 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Ember also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort William 6 times a week. Tickets cost £41–42 and the journey takes 4h 7m.

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