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

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Haymarket via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Fort William and Edinburgh Zoo is 146 miles. The road distance is 129.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to bus via Glasgow which takes 4h 20m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

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

Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

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

Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus via Glasgow which takes 4h 20m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2828+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

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Bus via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo Northbus Uk090
4h 20m
£20–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pine Trees Leisure Parkbus 915
2. Take the bus from Tyndrum to Edinburgh Corstorphinebus Ember
4h 44m
£18–26
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 55m
£40–121
Drive 129.1 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoocar 129.1 mi
2h 39m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
5h 29m
£45–64

Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo by bus and foot

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Distance: 145.5 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh Zoo via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, and Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Edinburgh Zoo via Glasgow Queen Street, Haymarket, Edinburgh Haymarket Station South, and Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South in around 4h 55m.

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