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4 h 27 min
388 km.
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Fort William, Great Britain → Ambleside, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Fort William to Ambleside

Cheapest
4 h 27 min
Car
388 km.
from $21
Other
7 h 42 min
296 km.
from $258.07
7 h 54 min
296 km.
from $193.46

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$227.84

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Glasgow to Penrith
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Fort William to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$101.26

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Fort William to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$101.26

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Ambleside is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Ambleside is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

How far is it from Fort William to Ambleside?

The distance between Fort William and Ambleside is 454 km. The road distance is 388 km.

How do I travel from Fort William to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs $92.39 - $326.09 .

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Ambleside?

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Fort William to Ambleside, including transfers.

Train or bus from Fort William to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Fort William to Ambleside is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs $92.39 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 7h 54m.

Can I drive from Fort William to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Ambleside is 388 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Fort William to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3569+ hotels available in Ambleside. Prices start at $98.87 per night.
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