Fort William to London Kings Cross by train
| First train | 06:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:37 | |
| Departure station | Fort William | |
| Arrival station | London Kings Cross | |
| Journey time | From 9h 23m | |
| Distance | 417 miles (671 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway, Lumo |
Taking the train from Fort William to London Kings Cross in 9 hours 23 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Fort William to London Kings Cross? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 13 hours 48 minutes to travel the 417 miles (671 km) from Fort William to London Kings Cross by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to London Kings Cross. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Fort William to London Kings Cross in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London Kings Cross by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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