Fort William to Glasgow bus with Ember

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Fort William to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jul 29

Cheapest price

€0.00

Average price

€33

Fastest journey

2 h 54 m

Average duration

3 h 2 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast buses

Of the 11 buses that leave Fort William for Glasgow on Wed, Jul 29, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 29 the 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 .

On Wed, Jul 29 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.

  • Ember
    6:14 PM3h00
    Fort William
    9:14 PMGlasgow
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    1 transfer
  • Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
    6:10 AM3h11
    Fort William
    9:21 AMGlasgow
    201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
    9:10 AM3h11
    Fort William
    12:21 PMGlasgow
    201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
    11:40 AM3h17
    Fort William
    2:57 PMGlasgow
    201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd
    1:40 PM3h20
    Fort William
    5:00 PMGlasgow
    201One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Fort William to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €25.

Distance: 118 km

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Train

€35

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

3h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 38m

Average total duration

4h 8m

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30m

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Live departures

Fort William to Glasgow bus times

The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Glasgow buses for today, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd6:10 PM Fort William
3h06
9:16 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Ember6:14 PM Fort William
3h00
9:14 PM Glasgow1 transfer
Ember6:14 PM Fort William
3h01
9:15 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Ember10:12 PM Fort William
2h54
1:06 AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, July 29
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd6:10 AM Fort William
3h11
9:21 AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Ember8:07 AM Fort William
3h18
11:25 AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd9:10 AM Fort William
3h11
12:21 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd11:40 AM Fort William
3h17
2:57 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Ember1:15 PM Fort William
3h30
4:45 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd1:40 PM Fort William
3h20
5:00 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd3:40 PM Fort William
3h11
6:51 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Fort William to Glasgow

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Buses from Fort William to Glasgow run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 03:48, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 118 km distance in 2h 54m.

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
Distance
118 km
Average bus duration
3h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
2h 54m
First bus
3:48 AM
Last bus
7:50 PM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
28 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

Bus providers: Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Fort William to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Fort William to Glasgow with Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Ember

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
€60
Ember frequency
4 a day

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Price
€20
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Fort William to Glasgow

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Fort William to Glasgow can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Fort William to Glasgow is €35; 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 Glasgow is 2h 54m to travel the 118 km long trip. 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 Glasgow leaves at 3:48 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Fort William to Glasgow leaves at 7:50 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Fort William to Glasgow which require at least one change with Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Fort William to Glasgow, you can count on Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Fort William and Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Glasgow from Fort William is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 54m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Fort William and Glasgow including taking a train and bus.
No, the coach from Fort William to Glasgow has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Fort William to Glasgow.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Fort William to Glasgow.
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 Glasgow.
No, luggage for the coach from Fort William to Glasgow needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Fort William to Glasgow.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Fort William to Glasgow.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Fort William to Glasgow.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Fort William to Glasgow.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Fort William to 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
Fort William
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

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