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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Balloch is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Balloch is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Balloch?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Yacht Club and arriving at Lower Stoneymollan Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Balloch?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Balloch via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Fort William to Balloch?

The distance between Fort William and Balloch is 83 miles. The road distance is 85 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Balloch without a car is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs £10 - £15.

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

The bus from Yacht Club to Lower Stoneymollan Road takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Fort William to Balloch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Yacht Club station.

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Balloch?

The best way to get from Fort William to Balloch is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs £10 - £15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Fort William to Balloch bus arrive?

Fort William to Balloch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where does the Fort William to Balloch train arrive?

Fort William to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmuir station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Balloch?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Balloch is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Fort William to Balloch.

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Yacht Club to Lower Stoneymollan Roadbus 915
2h 22m
£10–15
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Dalmuirtrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
4h 15m
£35–96
Drive 84.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Ballochcar 84.5 mi
1h 44m
£21–30

Fort William to Balloch by bus

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Distance: 82.2 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Yacht Club to Lower Stoneymollan Road hourly. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Ember also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Fort William to Dalmuir 3 times a day. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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