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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort William to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$224
Average price
$224
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort William to Aberdeen will cost around $224 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $224.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fort William for Aberdeen on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 48 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 7 h 48 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 bus and train for Fort William to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €181.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€183 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fort William to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Aberdeen trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:40 AM Fort William | 7h48 | 6:28 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort William to Aberdeen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $222 (€181) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 17:38 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Fort William to Aberdeen start from as low as $222 (€181) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $225 (€183) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: ScotRail from Fort William to Aberdeen trainsScotRail trains will get you between Fort William and Aberdeen from $47 (€38). 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 Fort William to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fort William to Aberdeen
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:45 Sunday 16:30 - 20:00 Summer opening hours Sundays 09:30 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets have a restricted capacity. The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- 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 station car park
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
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