Fort William to Inverness bus with Scottish Citylink

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fort William to Inverness

Showing times and prices for 06 May

Cheapest price

£185

Average price

£185

Fastest journey

9 h

Average duration

9 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

91 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Fort William to Inverness 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 Inverness will cost around £185 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £185.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Fort William for Inverness 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 91 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 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.

  • Scotrail
    11:409h00
    Fort William
    20:40Inverness
    £1851One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Fort William to Inverness

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £67, and a coach costs an average of £185.

Distance: 91 km

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Train

£185

Average Price

£136

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 45m

Average total duration

7h 15m

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30m

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Live departures

Fort William to Inverness bus times

The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Inverness coaches for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Ember9:30 Fort William
1h57
11:27 Inverness0 changesdirect
Ember10:43 Fort William
1h58
12:41 Inverness0 changesdirect
Ember11:49 Fort William
1h58
13:47 Inverness0 changesdirect
Ember13:11 Fort William
1h58
15:09 Inverness0 changesdirect
Ember15:41 Fort William
1h58
17:39 Inverness0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Fort William to Inverness by coach or train

Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Fort William to Inverness

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Buses from Fort William to Inverness run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £185 but you can travel from only £67 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 05:35, the last at 13:26. The fastest coach covers the 91 km distance in 9h 0m.

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 £67
Distance
91 km
Average bus duration
2h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£185
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
9h 0m
First bus
5:35
Last bus
13:26
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
3 days
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 £67

Bus providers: Scottish Citylink from Fort William to InvernessYou can travel by bus between Fort William to Inverness with Scottish Citylink for as low as £67. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£19
Scottish Citylink frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Fort William to Inverness coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Inverness 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 Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Fort William to Inverness can start from as little as £185 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Fort William to Inverness is £185; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Fort William to Inverness is 9h 0m to travel the 91 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Fort William to Inverness leaves at 5:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Fort William to Inverness leaves at 13:26.
There are 1 coaches a day from Fort William to Inverness 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 Inverness, you can count on Scottish Citylink for the best way to get you to Inverness. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Fort William and Inverness and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Inverness from Fort William is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Fort William to Inverness is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Fort William and Inverness including taking a coach and train.
No, the coach from Fort William to Inverness has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Fort William to Inverness.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Fort William to Inverness.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Fort William to Inverness.
No, luggage for the coach from Fort William to Inverness needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Fort William to Inverness.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Fort William to Inverness.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Fort William to Inverness.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Fort William to Inverness.

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