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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Durham is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Durham is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Bus Station Stand C via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Durham. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Durham via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Fort William to Durham?

The distance between Fort William and Durham is 288 miles. The road distance is 252.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Durham without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 55m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Fort William to Durham, including transfers.

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

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

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

Fort William to Durham train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Durham?

The best way to get from Fort William to Durham is to train which takes 7h 33m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Fort William to Durham bus arrive?

Fort William to Durham bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Fort William to Durham train arrive?

Fort William to Durham train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Durham is 252 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Fort William to Durham.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 913
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
6h 55m
£73–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
8h 27m
£24–38
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Birmingham New Street / ...
7h 33m
£95–190
Drive 250.7 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Durhamcar 250.7 mi
5h 5m
£62–90
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terminal Buildingbus
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)plane GLA - NCL
7h 29m
£73–191
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EDI - NCL
8h 1m
£50–194

Fort William to Durham by bus, foot, and train

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6h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 286.4 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Durham, England?

You can take a train from Fort William to Durham via Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort William to Bus Station Stand C via George Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 8h 27m.

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