Cambridge to Fort William by train
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:35 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Fort William | |
| Journey time | From 10h 13m | |
| Distance | 382 miles (615 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, ScotRail, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Travel from Cambridge to Fort William by train in 10 hours 13 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Cambridge to Fort William by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Cambridge to Fort William by train is 13 hours 50 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 10 hours 13 minutes. You'll usually find 5 trains per day travelling the 382 miles (615 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Fort William. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo on your way to Fort William, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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