The average train between Fort William and Cardross takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Fort William to Cardross. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Fort William and Cardross. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Fort William is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Cardross at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Cardross. However, there are services departing from Fort William station and arriving at Cardross station via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Fort William to Cardross train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Fort William station.
Fort William to Cardross train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Dumbarton Central station.
The distance between Fort William and Cardross is 98.9 km. The road distance is 168 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Fort William to Dumbarton Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.