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Achnasheen to Fort William by train

First train

06:26

Last train

17:26

Departure station

Achnasheen

Arrival station

Fort William

Journey time

From 14h 40m

Distance

52 miles (84 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper

Take the train from Achnasheen to Fort William in 14 hours 40 minutes

If you want to travel from Achnasheen to Fort William by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Achnasheen to Fort William by train to take around 16 hours 16 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 14 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 2 trains per day running on this route, which spans 52 miles (84 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Fort William. You can travel with ScotRail trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Achnasheen to Fort William are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

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

How long does the train from Achnasheen to Fort William take?

The average journey time by train between Achnasheen and Fort William is 16 hours and 16 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Achnasheen and Fort William by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Achnasheen to Fort William is 14 hours and 40 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Achnasheen to Fort William?

No, there are no direct train services from Achnasheen to Fort William. Travelling from Achnasheen to Fort William by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Achnasheen to Fort William leave?

The first train from Achnasheen to Fort William leaves at 06:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Achnasheen to Fort William leave?

The last train from Achnasheen to Fort William leaves at 17:26. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Achnasheen and Fort William by train?

Trains travelling from Achnasheen to Fort William cover a distance of around 52 miles (84 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Fort William to Achnasheen.

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