First train | 05:38 | |
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Last train | 22:51 | |
Departure station | Bolton | |
Arrival station | Fort William | |
Journey time | From 9h 31m | |
Distance | 248 miles (399 km) | |
Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
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Want to find out more about taking the train from Bolton to Fort William? Look no further.
You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Bolton and Fort William, which usually take 10 hours 27 minutes to complete the 248 miles (399 km) journey. It can take as little as 9 hours 31 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Fort William by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both ScotRail and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bolton to Fort William if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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The average journey time by train between Bolton and Fort William is 10 hours and 27 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Bolton to Fort William is 9 hours and 31 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Bolton to Fort William. Travelling from Bolton to Fort William by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Bolton to Fort William leaves at 05:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Bolton to Fort William leaves at 22:51. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Bolton to Fort William cover a distance of around 248 miles (399 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Fort William to Bolton.
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