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Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Fort William (FTW)

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3

train journeys
per day

378

miles (609 kms)

12hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

09:26 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Bay (CDB) to Fort William (FTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Bay and Fort William , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Bay to Fort William is approximately 378 miles (609 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 17hrs 25 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Fort William.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Bay to Fort William. The fastest journey time on this route takes 12hrs 41 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cardiff Bay to Fort William

Journeys from Cardiff Bay to Fort William Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:26
    12 hrs 41 mins 6 changes
    22:07
    Cardiff Bay
    Fort William
    Cardiff Bay to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:38
    17 hrs 22 mins 6 changes
    10:00
    Cardiff Bay
    Fort William
    Cardiff Bay to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:54
    22 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    22:07
    Cardiff Bay
    Fort William
    Cardiff Bay to Fort William

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Fort William Station

Station name Fort William (FTW)
Address Fort William station, Tom-na-Faire, Station Square, Fort William, Highland, PH33 6TQ
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:45
Sunday 16:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Bay and Fort William

The travel time between Cardiff Bay and Fort William by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 17hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 12hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Bay and Fort William vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 3 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 09:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Bay and Fort William can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Bay & Fort William. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Bay and Fort William.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Bay and Fort William, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.