Bus and Coach from Manchester to Fort William: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Fort William

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Fort William from various bus operators like Scottish Citylink for the next days.

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£73

tomorrow

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£73

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Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Scottish Citylink	8h 1m	04:00	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	12:01	Fort William	Bus Stop		Basic	£73	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 04:00:00 to Bus Stop, Fort William (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 12:01:00. 50 Basic ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 1m
	Scottish Citylink	18h 24m	15:20	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	09:44	Fort William	Bus Stop		Basic	£73	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 15:20:00 to Bus Stop, Fort William (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 09:44:00. 50 Basic ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 24m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Scottish Citylink	8h 1m	04:00	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	12:01	Fort William	Bus Stop		Basic	£73	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/12/2025 04:00:00 to Bus Stop, Fort William (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 12:01:00. 50 Basic ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 1m
	Scottish Citylink	13h 24m	20:20	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	09:44	Fort William	Bus Stop		Basic	£73	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 12/12/2025 20:20:00 to Bus Stop, Fort William (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 09:44:00. 50 Basic ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 24m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Fort William is £73 on 09/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Fort William

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Fort William are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Manchester to Fort William. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Manchester and Fort William.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 2 coaches from Manchester to Fort William, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Fort William, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Fort William

Compare all providers like Scottish Citylink that travel 2 times every day by bus from Manchester to Fort William in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Fort William starting from £73!

Cheapest Bus	£73
Fastest Bus	8h 1m
Earliest Coach	04:00
Latest Coach	20:20
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	413.4 km
Coach Companies	Scottish Citylink

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Fort William

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Manchester for Fort William: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/12/2025 and for the following days.

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Tuesday

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Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

£73

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

£73

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Fort William

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Fort William, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £72, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Fort William. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £72.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Fort William, with £72. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £72.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Fort William

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Manchester to Fort William in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Manchester to Fort William, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Manchester to Fort William are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Fort William

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Manchester and Fort William.

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Bus Stop

MacFarlane Way

Farrow Drive

Croit Anna

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Fort William

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Manchester to Fort William? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester to Fort William? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Manchester to Fort William bus

How much does a Manchester - Fort William coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Fort William bus trip is available from £73 and takes 8h 1m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Manchester to Fort William?

The connection Manchester to Fort William is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £73 to £73. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Manchester - Fort William route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Fort William is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Fort William from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Fort William is provided by Scottish Citylink and takes 8h 1m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £73. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Fort William?

The earliest bus to Fort William departs from Manchester at 04:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Manchester to Fort William?

The latest bus to Fort William departs from Manchester at 20:20. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Manchester - Fort William route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Fort William can travel with Scottish Citylink. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Fort William?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Fort William by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Scottish Citylink.

What can I take with me on the bus to Fort William from Manchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Manchester Fort William bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester Fort William bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Manchester to Fort William on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Manchester to Fort William

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

More bus routes to Manchester and to Fort William

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester and to Fort William. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!