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Caledonian Sleeper
Transport for Wales

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Aberdare to Fort William by train

First train

17:52

Last train

17:52

Departure stationAberdare
Arrival stationFort William
Journey time

From 15h 8m

Distance

359 miles (578 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Aberdare to Fort William by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Aberdare to Fort William? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Aberdare and Fort William, which usually take 15 hours 8 minutes to complete the 359 miles (578 km) journey. It can take as little as 15 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Fort William by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Transport for Wales trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Fort William.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Aberdare to Fort William if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

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 timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Aberdare to Fort William

Want to know more about your journey from Aberdare to Fort William? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Fort William from Aberdare?

To travel to Fort William from Aberdare, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 15 hours and 8 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 15 hours and 8 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Aberdare to Fort William?

Trains from Aberdare to Fort William take an average of 15 hours and 8 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 15 hours and 8 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Aberdare and Fort William by train?

The quickest journey time between Aberdare and Fort William by train is 15 hours and 8 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Aberdare to Fort William?

No, there are no direct trains running from Aberdare to Fort William, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Aberdare to Fort William

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

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 Aberdare 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

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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