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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Burntisland is to bus via Haymarket which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Burntisland is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Haymarket via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Burntisland via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Fort William to Burntisland?

The distance between Fort William and Burntisland is 154 miles. The road distance is 126.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Burntisland without a car is to bus via Haymarket which takes 4h 30m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Fort William to Burntisland, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Fort William to Burntisland is to bus via Haymarket which takes 4h 30m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Fort William to Burntisland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Burntisland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Burntisland is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Fort William to Burntisland.

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

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

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Bus via Haymarket
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Haymarketbus Ember
4h 30m
£21–31
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 Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
5h 48m
£59–113
Drive 125.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Burntislandcar 125.5 mi
2h 43m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park & Ridebus 913
5h 58m
£31–57
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
6h 3m
£43–62

Fort William to Burntisland by bus and train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153.4 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Ember operates a bus from Fort William to Haymarket 5 times a day. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Burntisland via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket in around 5h 48m.

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