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Compare train and bus for Fort William to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $57, while a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$57 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $57 compared to roughly $79 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23. The journey takes 3h 54m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Fort William to Glasgow by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Fort William to Glasgow is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- C148767:44 AM3h49Fort William station (FTW)11:33 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$591One-way0 transfers
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- C148767:44 AM3h49Fort William station (FTW)11:33 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$591One-way0 transfers
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- C148767:44 AM3h49Fort William station (FTW)11:33 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$591One-way0 transfers
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- C1487911:40 AM3h54Fort William station (FTW)3:34 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$591One-way0 transfers
- Y396975:37 PM4h06Fort William station (FTW)9:43 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)$591One-way0 transfers
- Y39697 · C14872 · W833405:37 PM6h13Fort William station (FTW)11:50 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)$591One-way2 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Fort William to Glasgow
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Fort William and Glasgow as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Fort William station (FTW) and arrive in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
- Buses mostly depart from Fort William and arrive in Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
- Travel with Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper to go to Glasgow by train.
- 1 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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