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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mallaig to Fort William
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mallaig to Fort William is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mallaig to Fort William will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mallaig for Fort William on Mon, Aug 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
9:09 AM1h26Mallaig10:35 AMFort William€201One-way0 transfers- 10:09 AM1h26Mallaig11:35 AMFort William€211One-way0 transfers
- 10:09 AM1h26Mallaig11:35 AMFort William€211One-way0 transfers
- 9:09 AM1h26Mallaig10:35 AMFort William€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Mallaig to Fort William
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mallaig to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€17 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Mallaig to Fort William train times
The table below shows live departures for Mallaig to Fort William trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14886 | On time 4:05 PM Mallaig station (MLG) | 1h23 | 5:28 PM Fort William station (FTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L88229 | On time 6:15 PM Mallaig station (MLG) | 1h24 | 7:39 PM Fort William station (FTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 17 | |||||
| 9:09 AM Mallaig | 1h26 | 10:35 AM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:09 AM Mallaig | 1h26 | 11:35 AM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mallaig to Fort William
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Trains from Mallaig to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Mallaig to Fort William trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Mallaig and Fort William from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Mallaig to Fort William
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mallaig to Fort William by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fort William, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mallaig to Fort William
Most Mallaig to Fort William trains use the Mallaig to Fort William station pair, with some services arriving at Loch Eil Outward Bound. Use this guide to compare Mallaig and Fort William train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mallaig station do trains to Fort William leave from?
Getting to Mallaig from Mallaig city centre
Mallaig train station facilities and services
Mallaig has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mallaig.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mallaig. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mallaig: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mallaig: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mallaig: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Fort William station do trains from Mallaig arrive at?
Getting to Fort William from Fort William city centre
Fort William train station facilities and services
Fort William has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fort William.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fort William.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fort William. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fort William: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fort William: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fort William: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Loch Eil Outward Bound from Fort William city centre
Loch Eil Outward Bound is 6 km from Fort William city centre. Public transport options include:
Loch Eil Outward Bound train station facilities and services
Loch Eil Outward Bound has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Bike Parking.
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