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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Ambleside is to bus via Rail Station which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Ambleside is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Fort William to Ambleside?

The distance between Fort William and Ambleside is 270 miles. The road distance is 239.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Ambleside without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 9m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Fort William to Ambleside, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Fort William to Ambleside is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus via Rail Station, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Fort William to Ambleside bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Ambleside train arrive?

Fort William to Ambleside train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Ambleside is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Fort William to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3886+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Anniesland Crossbus 915
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
7h 9m
£77–144
Bus via Rail Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
8h 24m
£34–53
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
8h 6m
£94–196
Drive 238.2 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Amblesidecar 238.2 mi
4h 28m
£58–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 595 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus 600
9h 14m
£38–71

Fort William to Ambleside by bus and train

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Distance: 268.1 mi
Duration: 7h 9m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Vicarage Road via Glasgow Queen Street, George Square, Central Station Forecourt, Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Salutation Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 24m.

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