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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fort William to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just R 895, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 895 - R 1 780 | Average duration4h 56m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 292 - R 292 | Average duration3h | 6kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort William to Edinburgh by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Fort William to Edinburgh start from R 895. The average price for this train route is around R 908. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fort William to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Fort William to Edinburgh is 4h 56m, covering a distance of 153 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 43m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Fort William to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Fort William to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Fort William to Edinburgh departs at 07:44. And the latest train departs at 17:43.
Which is the best train operator from Fort William to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is ScotRail, with an average rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Fort William to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator ScotRail has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Fort William to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is ScotRail, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Fort William to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is ScotRail, with a cleanliness rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Fort William to Edinburgh was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 849To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Fort William to Edinburgh as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 849 to R 1 687 for a train ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 849, which is on 2025-12-15.
