Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Barnstaple to Fort William

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
Caledonian Sleeper

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Barnstaple to Fort William

Trains to Fort William from Barnstaple

First train

07:35

Last train

21:40

Departure stationBarnstaple
Arrival stationFort William
Journey time

From 13h 32m

Distance

399 miles (643 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Barnstaple to Fort William in 13 hours 32 minutes

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

You can expect the journey from Barnstaple to Fort William by train to take around 20 hours 7 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 13 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 3 trains per day running on this route, which spans 399 miles (643 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Fort William. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Barnstaple 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Barnstaple to Fort William?

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

How do I get from Barnstaple to Fort William?

You can travel from Barnstaple to Fort William by train in about 20 hours and 7 minutes. With around 3 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Barnstaple to Fort William?

On average, the train journey from Barnstaple to Fort William takes around 20 hours and 7 minutes, with 3 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Barnstaple to Fort William?

The fastest trains from Barnstaple to Fort William can cover the distance of 399 miles (643 km) in as little as 13 hours and 32 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Barnstaple to Fort William?

No, you can’t travel from Barnstaple to Fort William on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Fort William?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Barnstaple to Fort William start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Barnstaple to Fort William is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link