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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fort William to Glasgow
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Nov
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £0
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £29
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 2 h 54 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 3 h 2 m
- Buses on 04 Nov
- 11
- Distance
- 118 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Fort William to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 11 buses from Fort William to Glasgow, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 11 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.
18:14 3h00 Fort William 21:14 Glasgow Find prices1 change
6:10 3h11 Fort William 9:21 Glasgow £18 1 One-way 0 changes9:10 3h11 Fort William 12:21 Glasgow £18 1 One-way 0 changes11:40 3h17 Fort William 14:57 Glasgow £18 1 One-way 0 changes13:40 3h20 Fort William 17:00 Glasgow £18 1 One-way 0 changes
22:12 2h54 Fort William 1:06 Glasgow £53 1 One-way 0 changes18:14 3h00 Fort William 21:14 Glasgow Find prices1 change18:14 3h01 Fort William 21:15 Glasgow £53 1 One-way 0 changes18:10 3h06 Fort William 21:16 Glasgow £18 1 One-way 0 changes6:10 3h11 Fort William 9:21 Glasgow £18 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fort William to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Fort William to Glasgow and enjoy the approximately 118 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 03:48, the last at 19:50.
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
Train from £27
Distance 118 km |
First bus 3:48 |
Last bus 19:50 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Train from £27
Frequently asked questions about your Fort William to Glasgow trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Fort William to Glasgow.
The earliest coach from Fort William to Glasgow leaves at 3:48. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Fort William to Glasgow leaves at 19:50.
Live departures
Fort William to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Glasgow coaches for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:15 Fort William | 3h30 | 16:45 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:40 Fort William | 3h20 | 17:00 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:40 Fort William | 3h11 | 18:51 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:10 Fort William | 3h06 | 21:16 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:14 Fort William | 3h00 | 21:14 Glasgow | 1 change | |
| 18:14 Fort William | 3h01 | 21:15 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:12 Fort William | 2h54 | 1:06 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 November | |||||
| 6:10 Fort William | 3h11 | 9:21 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:07 Fort William | 3h18 | 11:25 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:10 Fort William | 3h11 | 12:21 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:40 Fort William | 3h17 | 14:57 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Things to do in Glasgow
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Riverside Museum
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The Mackintosh House
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Kelvingrove Park
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George Square
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Byres Road
Lively West End street known for independent shops, colourful tenements, murals and a local feel that contrasts with the main shopping core.
Mince and tatties
Minced beef in gravy topped with mashed potato, then baked. A comforting Scottish staple long associated with home cooking and city pubs.
- Vegetarian
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Scottish porridge
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Potato fritter
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The Ubiquitous Chip
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The Fish People Cafe
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Ardnamurchan
Well-known pub and restaurant serving haggis, pies and other Scottish favourites in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
SPT Subway
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.80
- Day pass
- £3.40
To the city centre
Buchanan Bus Station -> Buchanan Street, Glasgow
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless Pay As You Go works on the Subway with Visa or Mastercard, including Apple Pay and Google Pay. Use the same card or device to tap in and out.
- Buchanan Bus Station is in the city centre and close to Buchanan Street Subway station. Walking is practical for many central destinations.
FAQs: Fort William to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Fort William and Glasgow
Most Fort William to Glasgow buses use the Fort William to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fort William and Glasgow bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Fort William
Arrival bus stations in Glasgow
Which Fort William station do buses to Glasgow leave from?
Buses from Fort William to Glasgow leave from Fort William. The station is 1 km from Fort William city centre at Fort William, Fort William PH33 6AN, UK.
Fort WilliamFort William, Fort William PH33 6AN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Fort William from Fort William city centre
Bus521, 147, 146, 46, 47, 522, X47 · 6m · £2 · every ~6 min
592 · 11m
Fort William bus station facilities and services
Fort William has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fort William. ATMs are available at Fort William.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fort William.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fort William: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fort William: Wheelchair accessible entrances.
Which Glasgow station do buses from Fort William arrive at?
Buses from Fort William to Glasgow arrive at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station is from Glasgow city centre.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus StationKillermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NW, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Bus15 · 2m · £1 · every ~8 min
4 · 4m · £2 · every ~6 min
9, 9A, X8 · 6m · £2 · every ~26 min
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Bus stations for Fort William to Glasgow
Check bus stations information for Fort William and Glasgow, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Fort William, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
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