Fort William to Birmingham bus with Scottish Citylink

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fort William to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

11 h 10 m

Average duration

11 h 10 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

524 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Fort William to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Fort William to Birmingham will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Fort William for Birmingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 524 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 10 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.

Megabus
17:4011h10
Fort William
04:50Birmingham
£321One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Fort William to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £167.

Distance: 524 km

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Train

£50

Average Price

Cheapest

£70

Average Price

£167

Average Price

13h 22m

Average total duration

12h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

9h 55m

Average total duration

9h 25m

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30m

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Live departures

Fort William to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Birmingham coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:47
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
megb17:40 Fort William
11h10
04:50 Birmingham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Fort William to Birmingham

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Buses from Fort William to Birmingham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 524 km distance in 11h 25m.

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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £40
Distance
524 km
Average bus duration
12h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£50
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
11h 25m
First bus
01:50
Last bus
22:30
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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £40

Bus providers: Scottish Citylink from Fort William to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Fort William to Birmingham with Scottish Citylink for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 25m
Cheapest Price
£50
Scottish Citylink frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Fort William to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Birmingham by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Fort William to Birmingham can start from as little as £55 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Fort William to Birmingham is £55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Fort William to Birmingham is on average 11 h 25 min   for the 325 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Fort William to Birmingham by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Fort William to Birmingham leaves at 01: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Fort William to Birmingham leaves at 13: 07.
There is 1 coach a day from Fort William to Birmingham which require at least one change with Scottish Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Fort William to Birmingham, you can count on Scottish Citylink for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Fort William and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Fort William and Birmingham including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Fort William to Birmingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Fort William to Birmingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Fort William to Birmingham.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Fort William to Birmingham, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Fort William to Birmingham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Fort William to Birmingham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Fort William to Birmingham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Fort William to Birmingham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Fort William to Birmingham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Fort William to Birmingham.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Fort William and Birmingham

    Fort William
    Birmingham
    The major coach station for departures in Fort William is Fort William, MacFarlane Way (Morrisons). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fort William, MacFarlane Way (Morrisons) for your trip from Fort William to Birmingham.
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    Fort William Bus Station, MacFarlane Way, PH33 6EW

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