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Trip Overview

The average train between Runcorn and Fort William takes 11h 43m and the fastest train takes 7h 58m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Runcorn to Fort William. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 43m
Duration
354 mi
Distance
£139
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Runcorn to Fort William train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Runcorn and Fort William. The earliest departure is at 8:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Fort William at 12:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 11h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedCaledonian SleeperScotRail13h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail8h • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 58m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail21h • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail8h 21m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Runcorn to Fort William? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Fort William.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 353.8 mi
  • Duration: 11h 43m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Fort William, Scotland?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Fort William via Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 22m.

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