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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort William to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€86
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Fort William for Edinburgh on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 5 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C14886 · L878585:37 PM4h44Fort William station (FTW)10:21 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€861One-way1 transfer
C04489_C044947:00 PM5h39Fort William station (FTW)12:39 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€861One-way0 transfers- C14881_C14835 · L8799011:41 AM5h09Fort William station (FTW)4:50 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€861One-way1 transfer
- C14886 · L878585:37 PM4h44Fort William station (FTW)10:21 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€861One-way1 transfer
- C14881_C14835 · L8799011:41 AM5h09Fort William station (FTW)4:50 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€861One-way1 transfer
- C04489_C044947:00 PM5h39Fort William station (FTW)12:39 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Fort William to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €70. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 152 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€72 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fort William to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| C14881_C14835 · L87990 | 11:41 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 5h09 | 4:50 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14886 · L87858 | 5:37 PM Fort William station (FTW) | 4h44 | 10:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C04489_C04494 | 7:00 PM Fort William station (FTW) | 5h39 | 12:39 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort William to Edinburgh
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Trains from Fort William to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Fort William to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Fort William and Edinburgh from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fort William to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fort William to Edinburgh
Most Fort William to Edinburgh trains use the Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Fort William and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Fort William station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Fort William from Fort William city centre
Fort William train station facilities and services
Fort William has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fort William.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fort William.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fort William. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fort William: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fort William: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fort William: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Loch Eil Outward Bound from Fort William city centre
Loch Eil Outward Bound is 6 km from Fort William city centre. Public transport options include:
Loch Eil Outward Bound train station facilities and services
Loch Eil Outward Bound has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Bike Parking.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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