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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 prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
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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.
Y39377 · Y39647_Y7439711:15 AM4h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:09 PMFort William station (FTW)$851One-way1 transfer
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Y39377 · Y39647_Y7439711:15 AM4h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:09 PMFort William station (FTW)$851One-way1 transfer
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Y39377 · Y39647_Y7439711:15 AM4h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:09 PMFort William station (FTW)$851One-way1 transfer
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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh to Fort William
Travel to Fort William easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Fort William.

- Around 2 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses 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).
- Travel with Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper to go to Fort William by train.
- 0 direct trains per day with Caledonian Sleeper.
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