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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley is to bus which costs £14 - £20 and takes 3h 53m.

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

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

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

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 Waverley?

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 Waverley?

The distance between Fort William and Edinburgh Waverley is 137 miles. The road distance is 133.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs £14 - £20.

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

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 Waverley bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs £14 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
3h 53m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
5h 7m
£45–80
Drive 132.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleycar 132.5 mi
2h 50m
£33–47
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 913
4h 30m
£28–55

Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley by bus and foot

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.6 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Edinburgh Waverley, 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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