Trains to Fort William from Potters Bar
| First train | 02:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:32 | |
| Departure station | Potters Bar | |
| Arrival station | Fort William | |
| Journey time | From 10h 11m | |
| Distance | 406 miles (653 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Caledonian Sleeper, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail |
Taking the train from Potters Bar to Fort William in 10 hours 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Potters Bar to Fort William? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 13 hours to travel the 406 miles (653 km) from Potters Bar to Fort William by train, although you can get there in as little as 10 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes 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 Potters Bar to Fort William in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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