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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum covering science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one major city-centre complex.
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Fort William to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
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C14879 · L87985Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $87. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $88 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort William to Edinburgh:
A bus is $0.50 (€0.40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fort William to Edinburgh costing on average $89 (€72).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 42m.
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Direct services run with Caledonian Sleeper.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C04547_C04566 | 7:50 PM Fort William station (FTW) | 5h18 | 1:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
C14876 · L87922 | 7:44 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 4h52 | 12:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C14879 · L87985 | 11:40 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 4h56 | 4:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Fort William to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
Scotland’s flagship museum covering science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history in one major city-centre complex.
The national art collection in central Edinburgh, with major European paintings and an excellent Scottish art selection.
Striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of figures from Scottish history, culture, and public life.
The Old Town’s most famous historic street, linking Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse through dense medieval architecture.
Short, rewarding hill walk with some of Edinburgh’s best panoramic views, especially popular at sunrise and sunset.
The city’s most famous natural viewpoint, offering a memorable hike and sweeping views over Edinburgh and the coast.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savoury pudding of minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, usually served with mashed turnips and potatoes. It is strongly associated with Edinburgh and Burns Sup
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, often finished with milk or cream. It is a classic warming starter found in many Edinburgh pubs and restaurants.
A traditional double-crust meat pie, usually filled with spiced minced mutton or beef. It is a classic bakery and football-day snack across Scotland and remains a familiar local comfort food.
Well-known gastropub from Tom Kitchin, serving polished Scottish pub classics in a relaxed setting. A good choice for traditional dishes with high-quality ingredients.
Long-running local favourite serving modern Scottish dishes with local produce. Friendly, reliable, and popular with visitors seeking approachable regional food.
Historic, atmospheric restaurant near Edinburgh Castle, known for refined Scottish cuisine and a dramatic Gothic setting popular for special occasions.
Moderate by UK standards. Attractions and pubs add up, but transport and casual dining are manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not included. Pubs: not expected. Taxis: round up. Hotels: optional for helpful service.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
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