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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milngavie to Fort William

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest price

$59

Average price

$59

Fastest journey

4 h 31 m

Average duration

4 h 31 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

109 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milngavie 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 Milngavie to Fort William will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Milngavie for Fort William on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .

On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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.

ScotRail
10:38AM4h31
Milngavie
03:09PMFort William
$591One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Milngavie to Fort William train times

The table below shows live departures for Milngavie to Fort William trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:10 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
scotrailY70738 · Y67891 · Y67070_Y67118
On time
8:06 AM Milngavie station (MLN)
4h06
12:12 PM Fort William station (FTW)
2 transfers
scotrailY70685 · Y67953 · Y67080_Y67121
On time
12:06 PM Milngavie station (MLN)
4h03
4:09 PM Fort William station (FTW)
2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Milngavie to Fort William trains with Omio?

ScotRail operates all train services from Milngavie to Fort William. Omio is the only official third party seller for ScotRail tickets.

Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?

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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Milngavie to Fort William?

The best time to book your train from Milngavie to Fort William is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milngavie to Fort William route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milngavie to Fort William per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Milngavie to Fort William.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Milngavie to Fort William

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Trains from Milngavie to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 18:06. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 4h 6m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
67 miles (109 km)
Average train duration
3h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$24 (€19)
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
4h 6m
First train
07:44
Last train
18:06
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: ScotRail from Milngavie to Fort William trainsScotRail trains will get you between Milngavie and Fort William from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 28m
Cheapest Price
$58 (€47)
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Milngavie to Fort William

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milngavie 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.

FAQs
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Fort William, allowing time to visit attractions such as Ben Nevis, the West Highland Museum, and Glen Nevis, as well as enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and mountain biking.
The distance by train from Milngavie to Fort William is 67 miles (109 km).
Yes, the train journey from Milngavie to Fort William is considered scenic, offering views of the Scottish Highlands, lochs, and picturesque landscapes along the West Highland Line.
Train ticket prices from Milngavie to Fort William can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $24 (€19), while the average price is around $56 (€45).
The first train from Milngavie to Fort William leaves at 7:44 AM.
In Fort William, you can enjoy a scenic journey on the Jacobite Steam Train, famously featured in the Harry Potter films. For outdoor enthusiasts, Nevis Range Mountain Resort offers skiing, mountain biking, and panoramic views. You can also visit Steall Waterfall after a beautiful hike. The Fort William Mountain Festival is an annual event celebrating mountain culture and adventure. Explore Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles, and the picturesque Glen Nevis with its scenic trails and waterfalls. Discover local history at the West Highland Museum, witness the engineering marvel of Neptune's Staircase on the Caledonian Canal, and visit the historical ruins of Old Inverlochy Castle. Additionally, Loch Linnhe provides opportunities for boat trips and wildlife spotting.
The cheapest way to get from Milngavie to Fort William is by train, with a cost of around $24 (€19).
The last train from Milngavie to Fort William leaves at 6:06 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Milngavie to Fort William.
The train from Milngavie to Fort William takes 4h 6m and runs 2 per day.
The train station in Milngavie that goes to Fort William is Milngavie station (MLN), which connects to Fort William station (FTW).
A day trip from Milngavie to Fort William is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 6m. However, there are 2 trains per day available for this route, covering a distance of 67 miles (109 km).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Milngavie to Fort William.
There is no high speed train available from Milngavie to Fort William.
Yes, you can take the train from Milngavie to Fort William.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Milngavie to Fort William

Milngavie
Fort William
The major train station for departures in Milngavie is Milngavie. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milngavie for your trip from Milngavie to Fort William.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 23:40 Saturday 06:40 - 23:40 Sunday 08:15 - 23:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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: 6
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Due to our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Milngavie
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park

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