4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Fort William
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
8 h 54 m
Average duration
8 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds 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 Leeds to Fort William will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leeds for Fort William on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 8 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 54 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 8 h 54 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.
1:12 PM8h54Leeds10:06 PMFort William$1481One-way0 transfers
- 1:12 PM8h54Leeds10:06 PMFort William$1481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leeds to Fort William
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $328.
Distance: 251 miles (404 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$138 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $491 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 10m Average total duration Fastest 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Fort William:
A bus is $55 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Fort William costing on average $138 (€111).
A bus is $407 (€328) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leeds to Fort William costing on average $491 (€395).
Other travel options to Fort William take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 35m.
Bus takes on average 9h 14m.
Tickets start at around $138 (€111) compared to roughly $115 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.81 (€-19.17). The journey takes 7h 40m versus 6h 27m 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
Leeds to Fort William train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Fort William trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:10 PM Leeds | 8h56 | 9:06 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Fort William
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Trains from Leeds to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) but you can travel from only $65 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 13:10. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (404 km) distance in 8h 24m.
Distance 251 miles (404 km) |
Average train duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 24m |
First train 7:44 AM |
Last train 1:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Scotrail, Cross Country from Leeds to Fort William trainsScotrail, Cross Country trains will get you between Leeds and Fort William from $65 (€52). 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 Leeds to Fort William
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Fort William
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ATM
Taxis
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Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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
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