Pitlochry to Fort William train

Sun, Nov 23
+ Add return
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
Italo
iryo
Frecciarossa
1,000+ travel companies
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
Italo
iryo
Frecciarossa
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Pitlochry to Fort William

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pitlochry to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a train costs an average of €56.

Distance: 52 miles (85 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus

€108

Average price

€36

Average price

Cheapest

7h 45m

Average total duration

7h 15m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

6h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 18m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Pitlochry to Fort William train times

The table below shows live departures for Pitlochry to Fort William trains for today, Sunday, November 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:32 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
scotrail1:25 PM Pitlochry
7h41
9:06 PM Fort William0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Pitlochry to Fort William by bus or train

Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Mon
Nov 24
Tue
Nov 25
Wed
Nov 26
Thu
Nov 27
Fri
Nov 28
Sat
Nov 29
Sun
Nov 30

Journey information

Overview: Train from Pitlochry to Fort William

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Pitlochry to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€56) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 11:41. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 6h 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $42 (€34)
Distance
52 miles (85 km)
Average train duration
7h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
$69 (€56)
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
6h 40m
First train
07:44
Last train
11:41
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $42 (€34)

FAQs: Trains from Pitlochry to Fort William

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pitlochry 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.
A day trip from Pitlochry to Fort William is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 40m. The distance is 52 miles (85 km), and there are 2 train trips per day.
Yes, the train journey from Pitlochry to Fort William is scenic, offering views of the Scottish Highlands, including lush forests, rolling hills, and picturesque lochs.
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.
Train ticket prices from Pitlochry to Fort William can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $69 (€56), while the average price is around $133 (€108).
The distance by train from Pitlochry to Fort William is 52 miles (85 km).
The cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Fort William is by bus, with a cost of around $42 (€34).
The first train from Pitlochry to Fort William leaves at 7:44 AM.
The train from Pitlochry to Fort William takes 6h 40m and runs 2 per day.
The last train from Pitlochry to Fort William leaves at 11:41 AM.
The train station in Pitlochry that goes to Fort William is Pitlochry station (PIT), which connects to Fort William station (FTW).
No, you cannot take the train from Pitlochry to Fort William.
There is no direct train service currently available from Pitlochry to Fort William.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Pitlochry to Fort William.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Pitlochry to Fort William

Pitlochry
Fort William
The major train station for departures in Pitlochry is Pitlochry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pitlochry for your trip from Pitlochry to Fort William.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
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 08:05 - 18:30 Saturday 08:05 - 18:30 Sunday 10:40 - 18:20
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Charity bookshop
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 2, ramp at the end of northbound platform and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible toilets: No
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • 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 Pitlochry
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop in the West End Car Park, off Station Road

More options for your journey from Pitlochry to Fort William

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone