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It takes an average of 12h 29m to travel from London Kings Cross to Fort William by train, over a distance of around 417 miles (671 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from London Kings Cross to Fort William and tickets for this journey start from £156.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:03 | |
| Departure station | London Kings Cross | |
| Arrival station | Fort William | |
| Journey time | From 9h 39m | |
| Distance | 417 miles (671 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £156.80 | |
| Train operators | Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail |
Taking the train from London Kings Cross to Fort William in 9 hours 39 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Kings Cross to Fort William? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 12 hours 29 minutes to travel the 417 miles (671 km) from London Kings Cross to Fort William by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 39 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to Fort William. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London Kings Cross to Fort William in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £156.80. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Fort William by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross 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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.