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Manchester to Fort William by train
| First train | 12:13 pm | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:02 pm | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Fort William | |
| Journey time | From 10h 55m | |
| Distance | 257 miles (413 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper |
Taking the train from Manchester to Fort William in 10 hours 55 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Fort William? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 12 hours to travel the 413 km from Manchester to Fort William by train, although you can get there in as little as 10 hours 55 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Manchester to Fort William are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Fort William? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Manchester to Fort William
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Fort William
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Fort William is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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