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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fort William and arriving at George Street. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 46m.

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 8m.

How far is it from Fort William to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fort William and Edinburgh is 137 miles. The road distance is 132.9 miles.

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 3h 46m and costs £1 - £45.

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

The bus from Fort William to George Street takes 3h 46m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs £1 - £45. Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Edinburgh is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Fort William to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
3h 46m
£1–45
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
4h 44m
Drive 132.1 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Edinburghcar 132.1 mi
2h 48m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
5h 8m

Fort William to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

Ember operates a bus from Fort William to George Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £1–45 and the journey takes 3h 46m. Scottish Citylink also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 44m.

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