Fort William to Mallaig train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort William to Mallaig

Showing times and prices for 12 Dec

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

1 h 22 m

Average duration

1 h 23 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

48 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Fort William to Mallaig will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Fort William for Mallaig every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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
11:181h22
Fort William
12:40Mallaig
£191One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
15:191h24
Fort William
16:43Mallaig
£191One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
07:151h23
Fort William
08:38Mallaig
£201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Fort William to Mallaig

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Mallaig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £19.

Distance: 48 km

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Coach

£18

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Cheapest

£19

Average Price

1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

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1h 30m

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1h 0m

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Live departures

Fort William to Mallaig train times

The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Mallaig trains for tomorrow, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 16:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail07:15 Fort William
1h23
08:38 Mallaig0 changesdirect
scotrail11:18 Fort William
1h22
12:40 Mallaig0 changesdirect
scotrail15:19 Fort William
1h24
16:43 Mallaig0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Fort William to Mallaig

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Trains from Fort William to Mallaig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 22m.

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
48 km
Average train duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 22m
First train
06:03
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

Train companies: ScotRail from Fort William to Mallaig trainsScotRail trains will get you between Fort William and Mallaig from £10. 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
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£10
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: Fort William to Mallaig train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William to Mallaig 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 Mallaig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, the train journey from Fort William to Mallaig is considered one of the most scenic in the UK, offering breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands, including the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct, lochs, and rugged landscapes.
A visit to Mallaig typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its charming harbour, enjoy a boat trip, and take in the scenic views of the surrounding landscape.
Booking trains from Fort William to Mallaig 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 Fort William to Mallaig can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train distance from Fort William to Mallaig is 48 km.
The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Mallaig is by train, costing approximately £10.
The train journey from Fort William to Mallaig covers a distance of 48 km and takes approximately 1h 22m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train station in Fort William that goes to Mallaig is Fort William station (FTW), and it arrives at Mallaig station (MLG).
The first train from Fort William to Mallaig leaves at 6:03.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Fort William to Mallaig.
The last train from Fort William to Mallaig departs at 22:14.
Trains from Fort William to Mallaig run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Fort William to Mallaig.
There is no night train service from Fort William to Mallaig.
Yes, a day trip from Fort William to Mallaig is feasible. The journey takes 1h 22m, covering a distance of 48 km. There are 2 trains per day for this route.
Yes, there is a direct train between Fort William and Mallaig. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by ScotRail, ScotRail.
To get from Fort William to Mallaig, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Fort William and Mallaig

Fort William
Mallaig
The major train station for departures in Fort William is Fort William. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fort William for your trip from Fort William to Mallaig.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
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 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:45 Sunday 16:30 - 20:00 Summer opening hours Sundays 09:30 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
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: 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets have a restricted capacity. The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. Available during ticket office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings
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 transport options for Fort William
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
Loch Eil Outward BoundParkingLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: 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 Loch Eil Outward Bound
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the main road, A830

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