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Trains to Fort William from Hexham
It takes an average of 11h 2m to travel from Hexham to Fort William by train, over a distance of around 173 miles (278 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Hexham to Fort William and tickets for this journey start from £100.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:10 | |
| Departure station | Hexham | |
| Arrival station | Fort William | |
| Journey time | From 7h 6m | |
| Distance | 173 miles (278 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £100.80 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
What are the train times from Hexham to Fort William?
Get from Hexham to Fort William in as little as 7 hours 6 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Hexham to Fort William takes around 11 hours 2 minutes. There are around 4 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Hexham and Fort William, you'll need to make 3 changes.
Trains on this route are operated by Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
Tickets for this journey start from £100.80. Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Hexham 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 Hexham to Fort William start at £100.80§ 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 Hexham 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.