Fort William to Edinburgh bus with Scottish Citylink

Wed, 12 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fort William to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 12 Nov

Cheapest price

£34

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

4 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 15 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

152 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Fort William to Edinburgh will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.

Fast coaches

To travel from Fort William to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.

Scottish Citylink
09:104h15
Fort William
13:25Edinburgh
£341One-way
1 change

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Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 152 km

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£35

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£77

Average Price

4h 45m

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4h 15m

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5h 11m

Average total duration

4h 41m

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Fort William to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:20
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Scottish Citylink09:10 Fort William
4h15
13:25 Edinburgh1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Fort William to Edinburgh

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Buses from Fort William to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:45, the last at 17:43. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 4h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
152 km
Average bus duration
4h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
4h 15m
First bus
06:45
Last bus
17:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Scottish Citylink from Fort William to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Fort William to Edinburgh with Scottish Citylink for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Scottish Citylink

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Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£34
Scottish Citylink frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Fort William to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Edinburgh by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Fort William to Edinburgh can start from as little as £39 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Fort William to Edinburgh is £39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Fort William to Edinburgh coach time is 4 h 15 min   covering the 94 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Fort William to Edinburgh leaves at 06: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Fort William to Edinburgh leaves at 17: 43.
There are 2 coaches a day from Fort William to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Scottish Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Fort William to Edinburgh coach with Scottish Citylink. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to Edinburgh from Fort William as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Edinburgh from Fort William is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Fort William to Edinburgh is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Edinburgh from Fort William including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Fort William to Edinburgh, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh.
    No, luggage for the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Fort William to Edinburgh.

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