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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Fort William
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €68, while a train costs an average of €68.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€68 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around €68 compared to roughly €75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €8. The journey takes 4h 44m versus 3h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Edinburgh to Fort William by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Fort William is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- L88012 · C14856 · SR921700
5:15 PM 4h35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 9:50 PM Fort William station (FTW) €88 1 One-way 2 transfers
Cheapest
- L88012 · C14856 · SR921700
5:15 PM 4h35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 9:50 PM Fort William station (FTW) €88 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
- L88012 · C14856 · SR921700
5:15 PM 4h35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 9:50 PM Fort William station (FTW) €88 1 One-way 2 transfers
Other options
- L87781 · C14823 · SR347800
7:15 AM 4h35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 11:50 AM Fort William station (FTW) €88 1 One-way 2 transfers - L87902 · C14833 · SR922900
11:15 AM 4h41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 3:56 PM Fort William station (FTW) €88 1 One-way 2 transfers - L87951 · C14868 · SR921700
1:45 PM 8h05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 9:50 PM Fort William station (FTW) €88 1 One-way 2 transfers
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Fort William as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Fort William station (FTW).
- Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, North Bridge and arrive in Fort William.
- Travel with Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper to go to Fort William by train.
- 0 direct trains per day with Caledonian Sleeper.
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