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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Fort William is to bus which costs £11 - £15 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Fort William is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Fort William station. However, there are services departing from Bank of Scotland and arriving at Fort William Bus Station via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Thurso to Fort William?

The distance between Thurso and Fort William is 193 miles. The road distance is 170.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Fort William without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs £11 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Thurso to Fort William, including transfers.

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

Thurso to Fort William bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bank of Scotland station.

Where does the Thurso to Fort William bus arrive?

Thurso to Fort William bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Thurso to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Fort William is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Thurso to Fort William.

Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 743+ hotels available in Fort William.

Thurso to Fort William - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort William Bus Stationbus Ember
6h 30m
£11–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Inverlochybus Ember
6h 43m
£69–110
Drive 169.8 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Fort Williamcar 169.8 mi
3h 43m
£43–61

Thurso to Fort William by train and bus

25Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Bank of Scotland to Fort William Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3 and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 30m.

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