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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Sunderland is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Sunderland is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Fort William to Sunderland?

The distance between Fort William and Sunderland is 273 miles. The road distance is 251 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Sunderland without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 58m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Fort William to Sunderland, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Fort William to Sunderland is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Fort William to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Sunderland is 251 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Fort William to Sunderland.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Newcastletrain
6h 58m
£38–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
8h 33m
£31–51
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
7h 18m
£83–178
Drive 249.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Sunderlandcar 249.5 mi
5h 6m
£61–88
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 26m
£63–180
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 28m
£45–173
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL)plane INV - NCL
9h 26m
£110–225

Fort William to Sunderland by bus, train, and subway

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.3 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a train from Fort William to Sunderland via Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 33m.

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