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Fort William to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Fort William to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as SAR 119.40, with average prices for this route around SAR 124.18.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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07:44
Fort William
12:36
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 52m, Changes requiredScotRail
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11:40
Fort William
16:36
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 56m, Changes requiredScotRail
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17:38
Fort William
22:34
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 56m, Changes requiredScotRail
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19:50
Fort William
01:11+1
Paris
5h 21m, DirectCaledonian Sleeper
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Fort William to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:44
Last train
Last train
19:50
Departure station
Departure station
Fort William
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
4h 52m
Distance
Distance
153 km
Price
Price
SAR 119.40*
Train operators
Train operators
Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Fort William to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Fort William to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Fort William to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Fort William to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Fort William to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Fort William to Edinburgh Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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