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Fort William to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Fort William to Edinburgh, starting from 138 963 KRW and averaging 138 963 KRW. The entire journey takes no more than 4 timme 52 minut. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:44 4 timme 52 minut, Changes required Fort William	12:36 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
11:40 4 timme 56 minut, Changes required Fort William	16:36 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
17:38 4 timme 56 minut, Changes required Fort William	22:34 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
19:50 5 timme 21 minut, Direct Fort William	01:11 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Fort William to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

07:44

Last train

19:50

Departure station

Fort William

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

4 timme 52 minut

Distance

153 km

Price

138 963 KRW*

Train operators

Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Fort William to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Fort William to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Fort William to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Fort William to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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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Fort William to Edinburgh Train prices and times

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