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3About Fort William
Fort William sits beneath Ben Nevis where the West Highlands meet Loch Linnhe, serving as the main base for exploring Scotland's highest peaks and island ferries. The A82 from Glasgow via Glencoe provides the primary route, whilst the A830 heads west to Mallaig for Skye connections. The town offers about 15 fast EV chargers for onward Highland journeys. The railway station retains its original Victorian canopy and welcomes steam trains during summer excursions.
Where is Fort William on the map?
Fort William is in Scotland, at 56.816, -5.112 - about 24 km north of Laroch.
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EV Chargers in Fort William
- Camanachd Crescent, Fort William50 kW
- MacFarlane Way, Fort William50 kW
- Dun Deardail, Fort William22 kW
- Lochaber Rural Complex, Fort William7 kW
- Roy Bridge, Fort William7 kW
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What is the closest airport to Fort William?
The closest airport to Fort William is Oban Airport, 61 km (about 57 min by car).