What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Retail Park via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Alnmouth via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Fort William to Alnwick Castle?

The distance between Fort William and Alnwick Castle is 253 miles. The road distance is 213.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Alnwick Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Fort William to Alnwick Castle train from?

Fort William to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Alnwick Castle?

The best way to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Fort William to Alnwick Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Alnwick Castle train arrive?

Fort William to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Alnwick Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Alnwick Castle is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Fort William to Alnwick Castle.

Where can I stay near Alnwick Castle?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Alnwick Castle.

Fort William to Alnwick Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort William to Alnwick Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
6h 38m
£90–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
7h 46m
£37–81
Drive 211.9 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Alnwick Castlecar 211.9 mi
4h 17m
£52–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 473 / ...
9h 26m

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Distance: 251.3 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Alnwick Castle via Edinburgh Waverley and Alnmouth in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Alnwick Castle via Buchanan Bus Station and Retail Park in around 7h 46m.

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