How far is it from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ben Nevis and Edinburgh is 141 miles.

How do I travel from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh without a car is to travel and bus which takes 3h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2490+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ben Nevis to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh by unknown, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Travel, bus
best
1. Walk from Ben Nevis to Fort Williamunknown
2. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
3h 53m
Travel, train via Glasgow
1. Walk from Ben Nevis to Fort Williamunknown
2. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 53m
Travel, bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Walk from Ben Nevis to Bus Stationunknown
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 913
4h 31m
Travel, train
1. Walk from Ben Nevis to Fort Williamunknown
2. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
5h 15m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 140.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Ben Nevis, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh. However, you can travel to Fort William then take the bus to George Street. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ben Nevis to Edinburgh Waverley via Fort William, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 53m.

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