What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Loch Eil?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Loch Eil. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Annat Industrial Estate via Middle St Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Loch Eil?

The distance between Edinburgh and Loch Eil is 147 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Loch Eil without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil without a car is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs £3 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Loch Eil bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Loch Eil?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Loch Eil is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs £3 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £85 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Loch Eil bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Loch Eil?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Loch Eil is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Edinburgh to Loch Eil.

Where can I stay near Loch Eil?

There are 648+ hotels available in Loch Eil.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus Ember
4h 58m
£3–65
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
5h 57m
£65–81
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Loch Eil Outward Boundcar 138 mi
2h 59m
£34–48
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 913
5h 23m
£24–33

Edinburgh to Loch Eil by bus and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Loch Eil, 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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