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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Fort William
Cheapest price
$445
Average price
$479
Fastest journey
17 h 2 m
Average duration
17 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
607 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Fort William is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Fort William will cost around $479 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $445.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Fort William without transferring at least 2 times.
4:53 PM17h02Cardiff9:55 AMFort William$4451One-way2 transfers- 4:53 PM17h02Cardiff9:55 AMFort William$5121One-way3 transfers
- 4:53 PM17h02Cardiff9:55 AMFort William$5121One-way3 transfers
- 4:53 PM17h02Cardiff9:55 AMFort William$4451One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Fort William
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $119. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $119, and a train costs an average of $295.
Distance: 377 miles (607 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$299 Average price | $138 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 44m Average total duration Fastest 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 24m Average total duration 15h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Fort William:
A bus is $160 (€132) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Fort William costing on average $299 (€246).
Other travel options to Fort William take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 54m.
Tickets start at around $299 (€246) compared to roughly $171 (€141) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-127.25 (€-104.86). The journey takes 11h 14m versus 9h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cardiff to Fort William train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Fort William trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:53 AM Cardiff | 11h14 | 9:07 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:53 AM Cardiff | 11h14 | 10:07 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Fort William
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Fort William run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $295 (€243) but you can travel from only $119 (€98) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 11:41. The fastest train covers the 377 miles (607 km) distance in 11h 14m.
Distance 377 miles (607 km) |
Average train duration 11h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $295 (€243) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 11h 14m |
First train 7:44 AM |
Last train 11:41 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Fort William trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Fort William from $119 (€98). 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 Cardiff to Fort William
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Fort William 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 Fort William, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Fort William
Most Cardiff to Fort William trains use the Cardiff Central to Fort William station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Fort William train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Fort William station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Fort William from Fort William city centre
Fort William train station facilities and services
Fort William has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fort William.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fort William.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fort William. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fort William: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fort William: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fort William: 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: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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