Bus from Mallaig to Fort William
2 direct routes · about 80 min · first bus 08:55, last bus 15:50 (weekdays).
Next buses to Fort William as of 08:44
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Mallaig, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | Shiel Buses | ~80 min | 3 | weekdays only | 08:55 | 15:50 | Boatyard (opp) | Fort William Bus Station | Morar, Arisaig, Beasdale, Lochailort, Glenfinnan, Kinlocheil & 2 more |
| 534 | Shiel Buses | ~90 min | 1 | Saturdays only | 08:55 | 08:55 | Boatyard (opp) | Fort William Bus Station | Morar, Arisaig, Beasdale, Lochailort, Glenfinnan, Kinlocheil & 2 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Mallaig on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 500 bus or 534 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Mallaig to Fort William?
2 routes run directly from Mallaig to Fort William: the 500 (Shiel Buses), the 534 (Shiel Buses). The most frequent is the 500, 3 times each weekday — board at Boatyard (opp) and get off at Fort William Bus Station, about 80 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Mallaig to Fort William?
Around 80 minutes on the 500, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Morar, Arisaig, Beasdale, Lochailort and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Mallaig to Fort William?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 08:55 and the last around 15:50. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Mallaig to Fort William?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.