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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Banchory is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Banchory is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Banchory?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Banchory. However, there are services departing from Fort William Bus Station and arriving at Mount Street via Inverness Union Street and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Banchory?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Banchory. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Fort William to Banchory?

The distance between Fort William and Banchory is 193 miles. The road distance is 132.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Banchory without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 43m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Fort William to Banchory, including transfers.

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

Fort William to Banchory bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort William Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Banchory?

The best way to get from Fort William to Banchory is to train which takes 9h 4m and costs £100 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Fort William to Banchory bus arrive?

Fort William to Banchory bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Fort William to Banchory train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Banchory?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Banchory is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Fort William to Banchory.

Where can I stay near Banchory?

There are 221+ hotels available in Banchory.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
6h 43m
£41–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
7h 28m
£23–32
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
9h 4m
£101–225
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Banchorycar 131.6 mi
2h 41m
£32–47
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 2bus 919
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
7h 43m
£26–42

Fort William to Banchory by bus and train

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6h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Mount Street via Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen, and Music Hall in around 9h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort William Bus Station to Mount Street via Inverness Union Street, Aberdeen Union Street, and Union Square Bus Station in around 7h 28m.

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