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It takes an average of 14h 2m to travel from Reading to Fort William by train, over a distance of around 406 miles (654 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Reading to Fort William and tickets for this journey start from £165.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:15 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Fort William | |
| Journey time | From 10h 51m | |
| Distance | 406 miles (654 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £165.20 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail |
Taking the train from Reading to Fort William in 10 hours 51 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Reading to Fort William? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 14 hours 2 minutes to travel the 406 miles (654 km) from Reading to Fort William by train, although you can get there in as little as 10 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 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, Avanti West Coast 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 Reading to Fort William in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £165.20. 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 Reading 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.