Sheffield to Fort William train with Cross Country

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  • Scotrail
    12:229h47
    Sheffield
    22:09Fort William
    £2301One-way
    0 changes
  • Scotrail
    13:118h58
    Sheffield
    22:09Fort William
    £2311One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Sheffield to Fort William

The cheapest option from Sheffield to Fort William is coach, with an average price of £75. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Fort William among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 447 km

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£230

Average Price

£75

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Cheapest option

£121

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10h 1m

Average total duration

9h 31m

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30m

Additional time*

17h 55m

Average total duration

17h 25m

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30m

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8h 55m

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5h 55m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Sheffield to Fort William train times

The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Fort William trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Scotrail12:22 Sheffield
9h47
22:09 Fort William0 changesdirect
Scotrail13:11 Sheffield
8h58
22:09 Fort William0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield to Fort William

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Typically, there are 2 trains per day from Sheffield to Fort William, including direct trains, taking around 9h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £230 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 13:21. The fastest train covers the 447 km distance in 8h 58m.

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 £51
Distance
447 km
Average train duration
9h 31m
Lowest ticket price
£230
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
8h 58m
First train
7:21
Last train
13:21
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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 £51

Train companies: Cross Country from Sheffield to Fort William trainsCross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Fort William from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 33m
Cheapest Price
£327
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Sheffield to Fort William train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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
The train distance from Sheffield to Fort William is 447 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Fort William leaves at 7:21.
The last train from Sheffield to Fort William departs at 13:21.
Trains from Sheffield to Fort William run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Fort William.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Fort William.
To get from Sheffield to Fort William, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Fort William.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Fort William is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Fort William station (FTW).
Booking trains from Sheffield to Fort William in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sheffield to Fort William is considered scenic, offering views of the diverse landscapes of the Peak District, the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales, and the majestic scenery of the Scottish Highlands, including the famous West Highland Line.
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.
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, you can take the train from Sheffield to Fort William.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Fort William

Most Sheffield to Fort William trains use the Sheffield to Fort William station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Fort William train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Fort William

Which Sheffield station do trains to Fort William leave from?

Trains from Sheffield to Fort William leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre

Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min

Sheffield train station facilities and services

Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Sheffield.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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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