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Outbound fromMallaig to London by train
It takes an average of 13h 46m to travel from Mallaig to London by train, over a distance of around 444 miles (714 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Mallaig to London and tickets for this journey start from £135.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:15 | |
| Departure station | Mallaig | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 11h 3m | |
| Distance | 444 miles (714 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £135.70 | |
| Train operators | ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
About the train journey from Mallaig to London
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The train from Mallaig to London usually takes 13 hours 46 minutes on average to travel 444 miles (714 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 11 hours 3 minutes. You can expect to find 3 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to London, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Mallaig to London if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £135.70. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Mallaig to London
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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 Mallaig to London 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.
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