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Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Fort William (FTW)

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4

train journeys
per day

273

miles (439 kms)

9hrs

fastest journey

07:09 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Macclesfield (MAC) to Fort William (FTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 4 scheduled rail journeys between Macclesfield and Fort William , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Macclesfield to Fort William is approximately 273 miles (439 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs 15 mins.

Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Fort William.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Macclesfield to Fort William. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs.

Map of the rail routes from Macclesfield to Fort William

Journeys from Macclesfield to Fort William Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:09
    9 hrs 4 changes
    16:09
    Macclesfield
    Fort William
    Macclesfield to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:06
    9 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    22:07
    Macclesfield
    Fort William
    Macclesfield to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:43
    14 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    10:00
    Macclesfield
    Fort William
    Macclesfield to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:25
    16 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:09
    Macclesfield
    Fort William
    Macclesfield to Fort William

About Macclesfield Station

Station name Macclesfield (MAC)
Address Macclesfield station, Waters Green, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6JP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 19:00
Tuesday 05:45 - 19:00
Wednesday 05:45 - 19:00
Thursday 05:45 - 19:00
Friday 05:45 - 20:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Macclesfield and Fort William

The travel time between Macclesfield and Fort William by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 9hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Macclesfield and Fort William vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 4 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield & Fort William. owever, there are 4 possible journeys which require a change.

Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Macclesfield and Fort William.

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