4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Fort William to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
152 km
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.
Of the 8 buses that leave Fort William for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 152 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 49 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.
9:393h57Fort William13:36EdinburghFind prices1 change- 5:453h58Fort William9:43Edinburgh£641One-way0 changes
- 9:394h03Fort William13:42Edinburgh£641One-way0 changes
- 12:103h45Fort William15:55Edinburgh£641One-way0 changes
- 16:093h46Fort William19:55Edinburgh£641One-way0 changes
- 20:153h30Fort William23:45Edinburgh£641One-way0 changes
- 12:103h45Fort William15:55Edinburgh£641One-way0 changes
- 16:093h45Fort William19:54Edinburgh£671One-way1 change
- 16:093h46Fort William19:55Edinburgh£641One-way0 changes
- 5:453h49Fort William9:34Edinburgh£681One-way1 change
Travel Information
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 £64. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 152 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£65 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fort William to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:45 Fort William | 3h49 | 9:34 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 5:45 Fort William | 3h58 | 9:43 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:39 Fort William | 3h57 | 13:36 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 9:39 Fort William | 4h03 | 13:42 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:10 Fort William | 3h45 | 15:55 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fort William to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 £34 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.
Distance 152 km |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 6:45 |
Last bus 17:43 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Ember from Fort William to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Fort William to Edinburgh with Ember for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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