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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle is to bus via George Street which costs £14 - £20 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Edinburgh Castle?

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

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Edinburgh Castle?

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 7m.

How far is it from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Fort William and Edinburgh Castle is 138 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to bus via George Street which takes 4h and costs £14 - £20.

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

The bus from Fort William to George Street takes 3h 46m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

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

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

Fort William to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle is to bus via George Street which takes 4h and costs £14 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Fort William to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Edinburgh Castle is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Castle.

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

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

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

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Bus via George Street
best
1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
4h
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
5h 19m
£45–80
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Castlecar 131.9 mi
2h 47m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensferry Streetbus 913
4h 34m
£27–55

Fort William to Edinburgh Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 136.9 mi
Duration: 4h

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

Ember operates a bus from Fort William to George Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 46m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 5h 7m.

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