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Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Southport (SOP)

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3

train journeys
per day

234

miles (377 kms)

8hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

07:44 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

1

route

Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Southport (SOP)

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

The distance by rail from Fort William to Southport is approximately 234 miles (377 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 44 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Fort William to Southport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 45 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Fort William to Southport

Journeys from Fort William to Southport Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:44
    8 hrs 45 mins4 changes
    16:29
    Fort William
    Southport
    Fort William to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:40
    8 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    20:29
    Fort William
    Southport
    Fort William to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:50
    14 hrs 39 mins4 changes
    10:29
    Fort William
    Southport
    Fort William to Southport

About Fort William Station

Station name Fort William (FTW)
AddressFort William station, Tom-na-Faire, Station Square, Fort William, Highland, PH33 6TQ
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:45
Sunday 16:30 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersAvailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
AddressSouthport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Fort William and Southport

The travel time between Fort William and Southport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Fort William and Southport 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 07:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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

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

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

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