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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Fort William
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
546 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Fort William is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Fort William will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Fort William on Mon, May 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct trains cover the 546 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:50 AM5h05Edinburgh9:55 AMFort William$1071One-way0 transfers
- 4:50 AM5h05Edinburgh9:55 AMFort William$1071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Fort William
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 339 miles (546 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $186 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Fort William:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Fort William costing on average $107 (€85).
A bus is $104 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Fort William costing on average $186 (€148).
Other travel options to Fort William take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
Train takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 4h 42m sooner (5h 5m by train vs 9h 47m by car). Tickets start at around $107 (€85) compared to roughly $50 (€40) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Caledonian Sleeper.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Fort William train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Fort William trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:50 AM Edinburgh | 5h05 | 9:55 AM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Fort William
United Kingdom
Ireland
Trains from Edinburgh to Fort William run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€85) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 04:50. The fastest train covers the 339 miles (546 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 339 miles (546 km) |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€85) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 4:50 AM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Caledonian Sleeper from Edinburgh to Fort William trainsCaledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Edinburgh and Fort William from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Fort William
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Fort William by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fort William, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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