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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Banff is to bus and line 35 bus which costs £17 - £21 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Banff is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Banff. However, there are services departing from Fort William Bus Station and arriving at Low Street via Falcon Sq, Bus Station, Bus Station and Shanks Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Fort William to Banff?

The distance between Fort William and Banff is 146 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Banff without a car is to bus and line 35 bus which takes 6h 6m and costs £17 - £21.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Fort William to Banff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Banff is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Fort William to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 218+ hotels available in Banff.

Fort William to Banff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 35 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 35 bus
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1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Falcon Sq to Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shanks Lanebus 35
5. Take the bus from Shanks Lane to Low Streetbus 35
6h 6m
£17–21
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Banffcar 129.4 mi
2h 38m
£33–47
Bus, train, line 35 bus
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain
3. Take the bus from Shanks Lane to Low Streetbus 35
6h 38m
£29–46

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Distance: 144.9 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Fort William Bus Station to Low Street via Inverness Union Street, Falcon Sq, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Shanks Lane in around 6h 6m.

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