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Lytham to Fort William by train

First train

22:42

Last train

22:42

Departure station

Lytham

Arrival station

Fort William

Journey time

From 10h 18m

Distance

229 miles (368 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Caledonian Sleeper

Travelling from Lytham to Fort William by train

Looking to travel from Lytham to Fort William by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 10 hours 18 minutes to travel from Lytham to Fort William by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 10 hours 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 229 miles (368 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Fort William, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Lytham to Fort William in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Lytham to Fort William? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Lytham and Fort William by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Lytham to Fort William is 10 hours and 18 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Lytham to Fort William?

No, there are no direct train services from Lytham to Fort William. Travelling from Lytham to Fort William by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Lytham to Fort William leave?

The first train from Lytham to Fort William leaves at 22:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Lytham to Fort William leave?

The last train from Lytham to Fort William leaves at 22:42. 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.

What's the distance between Lytham and Fort William by train?

Trains travelling from Lytham to Fort William cover a distance of around 229 miles (368 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Lytham to Fort William

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Lytham to Fort William is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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