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Mallaig to Fort William Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Mallaig to Fort William. Traveling by train from Mallaig to Fort William usually takes one hour and 14 minutes, but the fastest ScotRail train can make the trip in one hour and 4 minutes.

Distance30 mi (48 km)
Fastest train1h 4m
Lowest price$10.06
Trains per day8
Most frequent serviceScotRail
Train lines1

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Which train should you take from Mallaig to Fort William?

ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Mallaig to Fort William. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
ScotRail41h 15m$13.41
  • ScotRail is Scotland's main rail company, with destinations including Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. ScotRail trains now offer complimentary WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms and catering on both suburban commuter routes and intercity services.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Mallaig to Fort William

The distance between Mallaig and Fort William is approximately 30 miles, or 48 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 14 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 4 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains from Mallaig to Fort William are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Mallaig at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Fort William. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Fort William to Mallaig.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Mallaig?

Main departure station: Main Street

There is one train station in Mallaig.

All train stations in Mallaig:

  • Main Street

Where is the train station in Fort William?

Main arrival station: Tom-na-Faire

Fort William receives travelers from Mallaig at its two active train stations.

All train stations in Fort William:

  • Tom-na-Faire

  • Loch Eil Outward Bound

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