Getting to Fort William
Whatever your choice of transport, we guarantee that you will have a spectacular journey to Fort William. The trip takes you through some of the most stunning scenery the Highlands has to offer and you will wish that your visit was never ending!
By Road
From the south
Take the A82 which runs from Glasgow to Inverness (the journey to our HQ takes around 2 hrs from Glasgow)
From the north
From Inverness – take the A82 south (takes around 2.5hrs from Inverness to our HQ)
From the east
From Perth – take the A9 then the A86 at Dalwhinnie turnoff and join the A82 at Spean Bridge to go south.
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Car & Minibus Hire in Fort William
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Fort William Car Hire
Easy Drive Scotland
Bus
Citylink run regular services from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Oban and Skye.
You can also get a bus directly from Glasgow Airport to Fort William (twice a day in the summer). Check www.citylink.co.uk or phone 08712663333 for more information.
By Rail
West Highland Line – Glasgow/Oban – Fort William/ Mallaig
One of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. Worth every penny!
www.scotrail.co.uk/timetables-routes/1801
Caledonian Sleeper
From London to Fort William – wake up in Fort William refreshed having done all the travelling overnight! Great bargains to be had if you book up to 12 weeks in advance – prices from £19 single, subject to availability.
www.scotrail.co.uk/caledoniansleeper/index.html
www.scotrail.co.uk
By Air
Glasgow Airport is only about 2 hours drive to our HQs. There are buses from the airport to Fort William – see bus section for more information.
Inverness Airport is about 2.5hours drive to our HQs.
Edinburgh Airport is about 3 hours drive to our HQs.
By Foot
The West Highland Way route from Milngavie (Glasgow) to Fort William covers 96 miles (154km) – all the information required on www.west-highland-way.co.uk
Other information
Having problems with transport logistics? Just get in touch and we'll try and help!!