C14879 · W82824+
G8022811:408h28Fort William station (FTW)20:08Inverness station (INV)£1411One-way2 changes
C14879 · W82824+
G8022811:408h28Fort William station (FTW)20:08Inverness station (INV)£1411One-way2 changes
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Fort William to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Inverness trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14879 · W82824+ G80228 | On time 11:40 Fort William station (FTW) | 8h28 | 20:08 Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort William to Inverness
Typically, there are 1 trains per day from Fort William to Inverness, including direct trains, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 14:50. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 7h 29m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 7h 16m |
Lowest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 29m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 14:50 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Fort William to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Inverness 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 Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Fort William and Inverness
Most Fort William to Inverness trains use the Fort William to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Fort William and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Fort William station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Fort William from Fort William city centre
Fort William train station facilities and services
Fort William has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fort William.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fort William.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fort William. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fort William: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fort William: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fort William: 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.
Getting to Loch Eil Outward Bound from Fort William city centre
Loch Eil Outward Bound is 6 km from Fort William city centre. Public transport options include:
Loch Eil Outward Bound train station facilities and services
Loch Eil Outward Bound has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Loch Eil Outward Bound: Bike Parking.
Which Inverness station do trains from Fort William arrive at?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. Information desks are 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3, 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: Yes.
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