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Glenfinnan Visitor Centre
National Trust visitor centre with exhibits on the 1745 Jacobite Rising, local history, and views to the monument and Loch Shiel.
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Compare train and bus for Fort William to Glenfinnan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Glenfinnan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, while a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Fort William to Glenfinnan is a train with an average price of €10.
The fastest way to travel from Fort William to Glenfinnan is by train with an average journey time of 32m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Fort William and Glenfinnan including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Fort William to Glenfinnan among Omio's users.
Fort William to Glenfinnan Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Shiel Buses | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Shiel Buses | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Shiel Buses | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Shiel Buses | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Shiel Buses | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
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Fort William to Glenfinnan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Glenfinnan buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 1:25 PM Fort William | 0h30 | 1:55 PM Station Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Fort William | 0h30 | 4:00 PM Station Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Fort William to Glenfinnan
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Take a bus from Fort William to Glenfinnan and enjoy the approximately 13 miles (21 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 06:56, the last at 19:11.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
First bus 6:56 AM |
Last bus 7:11 PM |
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Things to do in Glenfinnan
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Glenfinnan Station Museum
Railway museum in a restored carriage at Glenfinnan station, covering the West Highland Line and the viaduct's construction.
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West Highland Museum
Community museum in Lochaber with displays on district history, archaeology, and Highland culture, suitable as a wider area visit.
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Glenfinnan Viaduct Viewpoint Trail
Main viewpoint path for the viaduct, popular for train watching and broad glen panoramas a short walk from the visitor centre.
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Loch Shiel Shoreline
Scenic lochside area around the monument and visitor centre, ideal for short walks, photography, and learning about the Jacobite story.
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Glenfinnan Viaduct Viewpoints
Popular roadside and footpath viewpoints around the viaduct, giving changing perspectives of trains, the monument, and surrounding hills.
FAQs: Bus from Fort William to Glenfinnan
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