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Crawley to Fort William by train

First train

09:59

Last train

18:38

Departure station

Crawley

Arrival station

Fort William

Journey time

From 11h 7m

Distance

442 miles (711 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, Southern, Lumo

Travel from Crawley to Fort William by train in 11 hours 7 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Crawley to Fort William by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Crawley to Fort William by train is 12 hours 45 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 11 hours 7 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day travelling the 442 miles (711 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way to Fort William. You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Lumo or ScotRail on your way to Fort William, as these are the main rail operators on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Crawley to Fort William.

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Fort William, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

FAQs about the train journey from Crawley to Fort William

Want to know more about your journey from Crawley 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 travel to Fort William from Crawley?

To get to Fort William from Crawley, why not take the train? With 1 train per day and an average journey time of 12 hours and 45 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Crawley to Fort William by train?

On average, it takes around 12 hours and 45 minutes to travel from Crawley to Fort William by train, although you can get there in 11 hours and 7 minutes on the fastest services. With 1 train per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Crawley to Fort William?

The fastest time a train can travel the 442 miles (711 km) from Crawley to Fort William is 11 hours and 7 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Crawley to Fort William?

There are no direct trains that run between Crawley and Fort William. You’ll need to make at least 4 changes along the way.

Cheap train tickets from Crawley 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 Crawley 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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