4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Fort William to Glenfinnan
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fort William to Glenfinnan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort William to Glenfinnan will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 4 buses that leave Fort William for Glenfinnan on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 21 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:00 AM0h30Fort William10:30 AMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers- 1:25 PM0h30Fort William1:55 PMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM0h40Fort William4:10 PMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h30Fort William6:10 PMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM0h30Fort William10:30 AMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers
- 1:25 PM0h30Fort William1:55 PMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h30Fort William6:10 PMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM0h40Fort William4:10 PMStation Road$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort William to Glenfinnan:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fort William to Glenfinnan costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Glenfinnan take longer:
Train takes on average 33m.
Tickets start at around $5 (€4) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€1). The journey takes 32m versus 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Shiel Buses.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Fort William to Glenfinnan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Glenfinnan buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:30 PM Fort William | 0h40 | 4:10 PM Station Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:40 PM Fort William | 0h30 | 6:10 PM Station Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 10:00 AM Fort William | 0h30 | 10:30 AM Station Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:25 PM Fort William | 0h30 | 1:55 PM Station Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fort William to Glenfinnan
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Buses from Fort William to Glenfinnan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:56, the last at 19:11. The fastest bus covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average bus duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 6:56 AM |
Last bus 7:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Shiel Buses from Fort William to GlenfinnanYou can travel by bus between Fort William to Glenfinnan with Shiel Buses for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Fort William to Glenfinnan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Glenfinnan by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glenfinnan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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