Banavie to Fort William train with ScotRail

Fri, 07 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Banavie to Fort William

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£5

Fastest journey

6 m

Average duration

7 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

3 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banavie 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 Banavie to Fort William will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Banavie for Fort William every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 3 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 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
07:200h07
Banavie
07:27Fort William
£51One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
11:270h06
Banavie
11:33Fort William
£51One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
17:200h07
Banavie
17:27Fort William
£51One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
19:300h07
Banavie
19:37Fort William
£51One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Banavie to Fort William

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banavie to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, and a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 3 km

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Coach

£4

Average Price

£2

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Cheapest

37m

Average total duration

Fastest

7m

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30m

Additional time*

53m

Average total duration

23m

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Live departures

Banavie to Fort William train times

The table below shows live departures for Banavie to Fort William trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 00:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail10:27 Banavie
0h08
10:35 Fort William0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Banavie to Fort William

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Trains from Banavie to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:20, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 8m.

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 £2
Distance
3 km
Average train duration
7m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
8m
First train
07:20
Last train
22:14
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 £2

Train companies: ScotRail from Banavie to Fort William trainsScotRail trains will get you between Banavie and Fort William from £2. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8m
Cheapest Price
£4
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

FAQs: Banavie to Fort William train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banavie 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
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.
Yes, there is a direct train between Banavie and Fort William. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by ScotRail, ScotRail.
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.
Booking trains from Banavie 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 Banavie to Fort William can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train distance from Banavie to Fort William is 3 km.
The cheapest way to get from Banavie to Fort William is by coach, costing approximately £2.
The train journey from Banavie to Fort William covers a distance of 3 km and takes approximately 8m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train station in Banavie that goes to Fort William is Banavie station (BNV), and it arrives at Fort William station (FTW).
The first train from Banavie to Fort William leaves at 7:20.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Banavie to Fort William.
The last train from Banavie to Fort William departs at 22:14.
Yes, you can take the train from Banavie to Fort William.
Trains from Banavie to Fort William run approximately 2 times per day.
There is no night train service from Banavie to Fort William.
To get from Banavie to Fort William, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Banavie and Fort William

Banavie
Fort William
The major train station for departures in Banavie is Banavie. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Banavie for your trip from Banavie to Fort William.
BanavieParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Banavie station, Station Approach,, off Kilmallie Road, Banavie, Highland, PH33 7JF
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • 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 Platform entrance
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
Public transport options for Banavie
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the main road, A830 in the layby just after the station entrance

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