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Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Skipton (SKI)

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3

train journeys
per day

231

miles (373 kms)

7hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

07:44 / 04:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Fort William (FTW) to Skipton (SKI)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Fort William and Skipton , 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 Skipton is approximately 231 miles (373 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 34 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Fort William to Skipton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Fort William to Skipton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    7 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Fort William
    Skipton
    Fort William to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    8 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Fort William
    Skipton
    Fort William to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:50
    12 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Fort William
    Skipton
    Fort William to Skipton

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 Skipton Station

Station name Skipton (SKI)
Address Skipton station, Broughton Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1RT
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:20
Saturday 05:50 - 18:20
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Fort William and Skipton

The travel time between Fort William and Skipton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Fort William and Skipton 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 Skipton 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 & Skipton. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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