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Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) by train

First train

10:40

Last train

19:50

Departure station

Fort William

Arrival station

Swindon (Wilts)

Journey time

From 11h 45m

Distance

387 miles (623 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) in 11 hours 45 minutes

If you want to travel from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) by train to take around 13 hours 15 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 11 hours 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 2 trains per day running on this route, which spans 387 miles (623 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Swindon (Wilts). You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or ScotRail. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) 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 Fort William to Swindon (Wilts)? 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 Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) take?

The average journey time by train between Fort William and Swindon (Wilts) is 13 hours and 15 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 Fort William and Swindon (Wilts) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) is 11 hours and 45 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts)?

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

What time does the first train from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) leave?

The first train from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) leaves at 10:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) leave?

The last train from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) leaves at 19:50. 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 Fort William and Swindon (Wilts) by train?

Trains travelling from Fort William to Swindon (Wilts) cover a distance of around 387 miles (623 km) during the journey.

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If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Swindon (Wilts) to Fort William.

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† 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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