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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort William to Mallaig
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William to Mallaig 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 Mallaig will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Fort William for Mallaig on Thu, Dec 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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 Fort William to Mallaig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Mallaig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €21.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fort William to Mallaig train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Mallaig trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y67133 | On time 8:15 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 1h23 | 9:38 AM Mallaig station (MLG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y67070_Y67118 | 12:18 PM Fort William station (FTW) | 1h22 | 1:40 PM Mallaig station (MLG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort William to Mallaig
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Trains from Fort William to Mallaig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 22:14 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Fort William to Mallaig trainsScotRail trains will get you between Fort William and Mallaig from $13 (€11). 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 Mallaig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William 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 Fort William to Mallaig
Wifi
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
ParkingLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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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