The cheapest and fastest trains from Banavie to Mallaig
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banavie to Mallaig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banavie to Mallaig will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Banavie for Mallaig on Sat, Dec 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Banavie to Mallaig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banavie to Mallaig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€21 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Banavie to Mallaig train times
The table below shows live departures for Banavie to Mallaig trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:20 PM Banavie | 1h19 | 11:39 PM Mallaig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
![]() | 7:21 AM Banavie | 1h17 | 8:38 AM Mallaig | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Banavie to Mallaig trains with Omio?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Banavie to Mallaig.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Banavie to Mallaig
Trains from Banavie to Mallaig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Banavie to Mallaig trainsScotRail trains will get you between Banavie and Mallaig from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Banavie to Mallaig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banavie to Mallaig by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mallaig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Banavie to Mallaig
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Platform entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the main road, A830 in the layby just after the station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 10:10 - 13:50 Sunday Closed Winter opening hours Monday to Friday 10:00 - 1800
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Main Road after the station entrance
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