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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Fort William to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Fort William to Edinburgh

Cheapest
2 h 42 min
Car
213 km.
from $11

Transport providers

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
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Train operators

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
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71

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
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.03
Train from Fort William to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort William and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Fort William to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fort William and Edinburgh is 240 km. The road distance is 214.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Fort William to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Edinburgh bus from?

Fort William to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Edinburgh train from?

Fort William to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Fort William station.

Train, bus or fly from Fort William to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs $39.13 - $130.43 and takes 4h 53m. There are no good options to train between Fort William to Edinburgh.

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Fort William to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh train arrive?

Fort William to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Edinburgh is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Fort William to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh?

Book your Fort William to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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