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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Blackness Castle is to bus which costs £18 - £26 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Blackness Castle is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William to Blackness Castle. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Square via Haymarket Station and Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Blackness Castle. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Linlithgow via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Fort William to Blackness Castle?

The distance between Fort William and Blackness Castle is 139 miles. The road distance is 120 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Blackness Castle without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 32m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Fort William to Blackness Castle, including transfers.

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

Fort William to Blackness Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort William station.

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Blackness Castle?

The best way to get from Fort William to Blackness Castle is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 9m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £26 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Fort William to Blackness Castle bus arrive?

Fort William to Blackness Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Haymarket station.

Where does the Fort William to Blackness Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Blackness Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Blackness Castle is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Fort William to Blackness Castle.

Where can I stay near Blackness Castle?

There are 2969+ hotels available in Blackness Castle.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
5h 32m
£25–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Haymarketbus Ember
6h 14m
£18–26
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
6h 9m
£48–117
Drive 119.3 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Blackness Castlecar 119.3 mi
2h 27m
£30–42
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
7h 54m
£52–85

Fort William to Blackness Castle by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 137.9 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Blackness Castle via Glasgow Queen Street, Linlithgow, Cross, and Square in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Fort William to Haymarket 5 times a day. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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