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West Highland Museum
Excellent local museum covering West Highland archaeology, Jacobites, geology, and mountain culture in a compact, well-curated town-center setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€30
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 53 m
Trains on Sep 15
4
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crianlarich 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 Crianlarich to Fort William will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 4 trains from Crianlarich to Fort William, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crianlarich to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, while a bus costs an average of €40.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Crianlarich to Fort William:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Crianlarich to Fort William costing on average €40.
Other travel options to Fort William take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 48m.
Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-18.94. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 13m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Crianlarich to Fort William trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:48 AM Crianlarich | 2h07 | 9:55 AM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:21 AM Crianlarich | 1h51 | 12:12 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:24 PM Crianlarich | 1h45 | 4:09 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Crianlarich to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 7:44 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Fort William — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fort William trip today.
Excellent local museum covering West Highland archaeology, Jacobites, geology, and mountain culture in a compact, well-curated town-center setting.
Small distillery visitor center and museum displays explaining traditional whisky making, local ingredients, and the spirit’s role in Highland identity.
Community museum in nearby Glencoe telling the story of local people, landscape, mountaineering, and the area’s internationally known past.
Woodland glen just outside town with trails, river views, and a dramatic ruined fort. Combines nature, history, and an easy local escape.
Bustling main street lined with shops and historic buildings, ideal for orienting yourself and exploring the heart of Fort William on foot.
Scenic lochside promenade with mountain views, seating, and easy walking. A favorite place for sunsets and watching changing Highland weather.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from Scotland, prized for its warming flavour after wet Highland days.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, spices and offal, traditionally served with neeps and tatties in Highland pubs.
Venison stew uses Highland deer simmered with root vegetables. It reflects the area’s game tradition and suits Fort William’s rugged climate.
Refined dining room at Inverlochy Castle, noted for polished service and seasonal Scottish ingredients in an elegant country-house setting.
Well-regarded modern Scottish restaurant known for local seafood, Highland produce and a relaxed bistro feel in central Fort William.
Established pub restaurant serving hearty Scottish classics, local ales and whisky in a traditional, lively High Street setting.
Moderate for the Highlands: lodging can be pricey in peak season, while pub meals and local buses are fairly typical for a tourist town.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafes usually just small change.
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Fort William Railway Station -> Fort William High Street
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crianlarich 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.

Most Crianlarich to Fort William trains use the Crianlarich to Fort William station pair, with some services arriving at Loch Eil Outward Bound. Use this guide to compare Crianlarich and Fort William train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Crianlarich has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Crianlarich.
Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Crianlarich: Parking, WC.
Available at Crianlarich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crianlarich: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs up to Island platform Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Fort William.
Wi-Fi is available at Fort William.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fort William: Parking, WC.
Available at Fort William: Bike Parking.
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.
Loch Eil Outward Bound is 6 km from Fort William city centre. Public transport options include:
Loch Eil Outward Bound has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Parking.
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Bike Parking.
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