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Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Newcastle (NCL)

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3

train journeys
per day

186

miles (299 kms)

6hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

07:44 / 01:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Newcastle (NCL)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Fort William and Newcastle , 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 Newcastle is approximately 186 miles (299 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 12 mins.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Fort William and Newcastle.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Fort William to Newcastle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Fort William to Newcastle Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    6 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Fort William
    Newcastle
    Fort William to Newcastle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    6 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    18:26
    Fort William
    Newcastle
    Fort William to Newcastle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:50
    11 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:02
    Fort William
    Newcastle
    Fort William to Newcastle

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 Newcastle Station

Station name Newcastle (NCL)
Address Newcastle-upon-Tyne station, Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5DL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Fort William and Newcastle

The travel time between Fort William and Newcastle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Fort William and Newcastle 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 01:11.

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

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Fort William and Newcastle.

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