The cheapest and fastest trains from Mallaig to Fort William
Cheapest price on Oct 09
€12
Average ticket price on Oct 09
€17
Fastest journey on Oct 09
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
1 h 25 m
Trains on Oct 09
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 €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 2 trains from Mallaig to Fort William, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 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.
Y396974:05 PM1h23Mallaig station (MLG)5:28 PMFort William station (FTW)€121One-way0 transfers
C1487910:09 AM1h26Mallaig station (MLG)11:35 AMFort William station (FTW)€211One-way0 transfers
Y396974:05 PM1h23Mallaig station (MLG)5:28 PMFort William station (FTW)€121One-way0 transfers
C1487910:09 AM1h26Mallaig station (MLG)11:35 AMFort William station (FTW)€211One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Mallaig to Fort William
Trains from Mallaig to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
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 22m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Mallaig to Fort William train times
The table below shows live departures for Mallaig to Fort William trains for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14879 | 10:09 AM Mallaig station (MLG) | 1h26 | 11:35 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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. 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.
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