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Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Manchester Stations

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3

train journeys
per day

257

miles (413 kms)

8hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

07:44 / 04:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Fort William and Manchester Stations , 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 Manchester Stations is approximately 257 miles (413 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 13 mins.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Fort William and Manchester Stations .

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Fort William to Manchester Oxford Road. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Fort William to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:44
    8 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Fort William
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Fort William to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    8 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    20:22
    Fort William
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Fort William to Manchester Oxford Road
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    10 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    06:09
    Fort William
    Deansgate
    Fort William to Deansgate

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

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Fort William and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Fort William and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Fort William and Manchester Stations 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 04:35.

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Amenities on trains between Fort William and Manchester Stations 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 & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Fort William and Manchester Stations .

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