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Compare flight for Stoke-on-Trent to Fort William
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £150 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £150, while a flight costs an average of £281.
Distance: 463 km
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Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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£281 Average Price | £150 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Fort William:
A train is £132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stoke-on-Trent to Fort William costing on average £281.
Other travel options to Fort William take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 4m.
Tickets start at around £150 compared to roughly £93 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£56. The journey takes 7h 34m versus 6h 32m 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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Best day trips from Fort William by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Fort William are Glencoe, Mallaig, Oban, Glenfinnan and Inverness. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Fort William on Omio.


Day trip from Fort William to Mallaig by bus
Why visit Mallaig for the day?
Mallaig is a small west coast harbour village known for fishing, ferries and wide sea views towards Skye. It has a practical, maritime feel, with seafood, pubs and a rugged Highland backdrop.

Day trip from Fort William to Oban by bus
Why visit Oban for the day?
Oban is a lively harbour town on Scotland’s west coast, known for seafood, whisky and views across Oban Bay. Often called the gateway to the Hebrides, it has a compact seafront setting and a busy maritime character.

Day trip from Fort William to Glenfinnan by bus

Day trip from Fort William to Inverness by bus
Why visit Inverness for the day?
Inverness is known as the capital of the Highlands, set on the River Ness near Loch Ness. Its compact centre mixes Victorian character, Highland history and a relaxed atmosphere.
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This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Fort William:
A train is £132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stoke-on-Trent to Fort William costing on average £281.
Other travel options to Fort William take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 4m.
- Around 9 flights per day.
- Around 1 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stoke-on-Trent and Fort William as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Inverness Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and arrive in Fort William station (FTW).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Fort William by train.
- Travel with Loganair, British Airways, easyJet to go to Fort William by flight.
- 4 direct flights per day with Loganair, easyJet.
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