What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Caol?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Caol is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Caol?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Caol is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Caol?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Caol. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Co-Op via Middle St Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Caol?

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 to Caol?

The distance between Edinburgh and Caol is 150 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Caol without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Caol without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 33m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Caol?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Edinburgh to Caol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Caol bus from?

Edinburgh to Caol bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Caol train from?

Edinburgh to Caol train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Caol?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Caol is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Caol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Caol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Caol?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Caol is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to Caol.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Caol?

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Where can I stay near Caol?

There are 711+ hotels available in Caol.

Edinburgh to Caol - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Caol by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
4h 33m
£33–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus Ember
4h 40m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
5h 5m
£35–60
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Caolcar 134.4 mi
2h 53m
£33–48

Edinburgh to Caol by train, foot, and bus

196Weekly Services

4h 33mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.3 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Caol, Scotland?

Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort William 6 times a week. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Fort William 5 times a day. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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