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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG)
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fort William station (FTW) for Mallaig station (MLG) on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 49 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, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
Y39639_Y7439412:18 PM1h22Fort William station (FTW)1:40 PMMallaig station (MLG)$261One-way0 transfers- Y744098:15 AM1h23Fort William station (FTW)9:38 AMMallaig station (MLG)$261One-way0 transfers
- Y39639_Y7439412:18 PM1h22Fort William station (FTW)1:40 PMMallaig station (MLG)$261One-way0 transfers
- Y744098:15 AM1h23Fort William station (FTW)9:38 AMMallaig station (MLG)$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG):
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) costing on average $23 (€18).
Other travel options to Mallaig station (MLG) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 58m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.01 (€-4.79). The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 2m 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
Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y74409 | 8:15 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 1h23 | 9:38 AM Mallaig station (MLG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y39639_Y74394 | 12:18 PM Fort William station (FTW) | 1h22 | 1:40 PM Mallaig station (MLG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG)
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Trains from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:15, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 8:15 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
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Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Fort William station (FTW) and Mallaig station (MLG) from $8 (€6). 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 station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG) 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 station (MLG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fort William station (FTW) to Mallaig station (MLG)
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
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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