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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Blantyre is to bus and line 267 bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Blantyre is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Blantyre?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Blantyre. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Parkville Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Blantyre?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Blantyre. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Blantyre via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Fort William to Blantyre?

The distance between Fort William and Blantyre is 114 miles. The road distance is 111.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Blantyre without a car is to bus and line 267 bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £15 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Fort William to Blantyre, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Blantyre?

The best way to get from Fort William to Blantyre is to bus and line 267 bus which takes 4h 14m and costs £15 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Fort William to Blantyre bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Blantyre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Blantyre?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Blantyre is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Fort William to Blantyre.

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

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Where can I stay near Blantyre?

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Fort William to Blantyre - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 267 bus

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

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Bus, line 267 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Parkville Hotelbus 263 / ...
4h 14m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Dalmuirtrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
4h 36m
£39–99
Drive 111.2 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Blantyrecar 111.2 mi
2h 25m
£27–39

Fort William to Blantyre by train

25Weekly Trains

4h 36mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Parkville Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 14m. 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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