- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$358
Average price
$358
Fastest journey
9 h 26 m
Average duration
9 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
673 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William to London 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 London will cost around $358 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $358.
It's difficult to get from Fort William to London without transferring at least 2 times.
C14879 · L87985+
G80091
C14876 · L87922+
G80067
C14876 · L87922+
G80067
C14879 · L87985+
G80091Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $90.
Distance: 418 miles (673 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$215 Average price | $153 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $219 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Fort William to London:
A flight is $89 (€72) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fort William to London costing on average $153 (€124).
A flight is $151 (€122) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fort William to London costing on average $215 (€174).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 47m.
Bus takes on average 12h 11m.
Tickets start at around $215 (€174) compared to roughly $219 (€177) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4 (€3). The journey takes 9h 47m versus 9h 36m 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 Fort William to London trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C14876 · L87922+ G80067 | 7:44 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 9h26 | 5:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C14879 · L87985+ G80091 | 11:40 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 9h31 | 9:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Fort William to London run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 418 miles (673 km) distance in 9h 29m.
Distance 418 miles (673 km) |
Average train duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 29m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
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Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames. Popular for its collection and river views.
Lively district known for historic piazza spaces, street performers, boutique shopping, and easy access to theatres and museums.
Riverside walking area with major views of the Thames, bridges, landmarks, and a busy cultural atmosphere.
One of London's great royal parks, ideal for walking, boating, open green space, and access to Kensington Gardens.
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Roast meat served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and often Yorkshire pudding. A traditional pub and family meal strongly associated with London weekends.
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Service is often included in restaurants as a 12.5% charge. If not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed in pubs for drinks. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%.
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