🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Fort William
3 direct routes · about 236 min · first bus 04:21, last bus 20:25 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E4 | Ember | ~236 min | 4 | 04:21 | 20:25 | George Street (The Dome) (Stop GM) |
| 913 | Scottish Citylink | ~259 min | 1 | 08:40 | 08:40 | Bus Station (Gate F-Stance 12) |
| E4X | Ember | ~215 min | 1 | 07:00 | 07:00 | George Street (The Dome) (Stop GM) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Edinburgh to Fort William?
3 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Fort William: the E4 (Ember), the 913 (Scottish Citylink), the E4X (Ember).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Fort William?
Around 236 minutes on the E4, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Fort William?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the E4) leaves around 04:21 and the last around 20:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Fort William?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.