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Trains from Widnes (WID) to Fort William (FTW)

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4

train journeys
per day

255

miles (411 kms)

8hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

07:23 / 22:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Widnes (WID) to Fort William (FTW)

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On a typical weekday there are 4 scheduled rail journeys between Widnes 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 Widnes to Fort William is approximately 255 miles (411 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs 13 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Widnes to Fort William. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 44 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Widnes to Fort William

Journeys from Widnes to Fort William Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:23
    8 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    16:09
    Widnes
    Fort William
    Widnes to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:23
    8 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    22:07
    Widnes
    Fort William
    Widnes to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:23
    13 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    10:00
    Widnes
    Fort William
    Widnes to Fort William
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:23
    17 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    16:09
    Widnes
    Fort William
    Widnes to Fort William

About Widnes Station

Station name Widnes (WID)
Address Widnes station, Victoria Avenue, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7TJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:00 - 14:25
Tuesday 07:00 - 14:25
Wednesday 07:00 - 14:25
Thursday 07:00 - 14:25
Friday 07:00 - 14:25
Saturday 07:00 - 14:25
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Widnes and Fort William

The travel time between Widnes and Fort William by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Widnes 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 07:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:32.

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

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

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