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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William is to bus which costs £22 - £30 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Fort William?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Fort William. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Fort William?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Fort William. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Fort William is 139 miles. The road distance is 132.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William without a car is to bus via George Street which takes 4h 14m and costs £1 - £65.

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

The bus from George Street to Fort William takes 4h 1m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Fort William bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Fort William train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William is to bus via George Street which takes 4h 14m and costs £1 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £80 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Fort William bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Fort William bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Fort William train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Fort William train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Fort William station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Fort William is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William.

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

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Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 674+ hotels available in Fort William.

Edinburgh Castle to Fort William - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Fort William by bus, train, or car

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Bus via George Street
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus Ember
4h 14m
£1–65
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
5h 17m
£60–80
Drive 131.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Fort Williamcar 131.4 mi
2h 47m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Stationbus 913
4h 28m
£22–30

Edinburgh Castle to Fort William by foot and bus

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Distance: 138.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Fort William, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Fort William 5 times a day. Tickets cost £1–65 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort William 6 times a week. Tickets cost £60–80 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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