Balloch to Fort William train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Balloch to Fort William

Showing times and prices for 14 Dec

Cheapest price

£38

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 30 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

96 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Balloch to Fort William is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Balloch to Fort William will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Balloch for Fort William every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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
10:394h30
Balloch
15:09Fort William
£381One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Balloch to Fort William

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Balloch to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £37.

Distance: 96 km

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Coach

£38

Average Price

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

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30m

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2h 53m

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Fastest

2h 23m

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Live departures

Balloch to Fort William train times

The table below shows live departures for Balloch to Fort William trains for tomorrow, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 15:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail10:39 Balloch
4h30
15:09 Fort William0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Balloch to Fort William

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Trains from Balloch to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 3h 29m.

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
Coach from £20
Distance
96 km
Average train duration
3h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
3h 29m
First train
07:44
Last train
19:50
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
Coach from £20

Train companies: ScotRail from Balloch to Fort William trainsScotRail trains will get you between Balloch and Fort William from £20. 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
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£37
ScotRail frequency
2 a day
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
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FAQs: Balloch to Fort William train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balloch 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
A day trip from Balloch to Fort William is not feasible since the journey takes 3h 29m. However, there are 2 trains available per day. The distance between the two locations is 96 km.
To get from Balloch to Fort William, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Balloch to Fort William in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Balloch to Fort William can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Fort William is by coach, costing approximately £20.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Fort William allows for exploring the town, hiking Ben Nevis, and visiting nearby attractions like Glen Nevis and the West Highland Museum.
The train station in Balloch that goes to Fort William is Balloch station (BHC), and it arrives at Fort William station (FTW).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Balloch to Fort William.
In Fort William, you can enjoy a scenic journey on the Jacobite Steam Train, explore the Nevis Range Mountain Resort for skiing and mountain biking, and take a hike to the dramatic Steall Waterfall. Attend the Fort William Mountain Festival to celebrate mountain culture, and take boat trips on Loch Linnhe for wildlife spotting. Visit Ben Nevis for challenging hikes, explore the picturesque Glen Nevis, and delve into local history at the West Highland Museum. Don't miss Neptune's Staircase for its engineering marvel and the historical ruins of Old Inverlochy Castle.
Yes, you can take the train from Balloch to Fort William.
Yes, the train journey from Balloch to Fort William is scenic, offering views of stunning landscapes, including Loch Lomond, the Trossachs National Park, and the rugged Highlands.
The train distance from Balloch to Fort William is 96 km.
The train journey from Balloch to Fort William covers a distance of 96 km and takes approximately 3h 29m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Balloch to Fort William leaves at 7:44.
The last train from Balloch to Fort William departs at 19:50.
Trains from Balloch to Fort William run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Balloch to Fort William.
There is no night train service from Balloch to Fort William.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Balloch and Fort William

Balloch
Fort William
The major train station for departures in Balloch is Balloch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Balloch for your trip from Balloch to Fort William.
BallochWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Balloch station, Balloch Road, Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, G83 8SS
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 23:55 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:10 - 22:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
  • 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: As part of our COVID-19 response, toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
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 transport options for Balloch
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Tulliechewan Road

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