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Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct Visitor Centre

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National Trust for Scotland site at Glenfinnan, 18.5 miles west of Fort William on the A830, with the Monument, a visitor centre and a view of the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The Jacobite steam train crosses the viaduct from April to October.

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Where to stay

  • Fort WilliamLargest nearby town, about 30 minutes away
  • ArisaigCoastal village about 25 minutes away
  • MallaigFerry port about 45 minutes away
  • AcharacleVillage about 30 minutes away
  • Spean BridgeVillage about 40 minutes away

Getting there

  • Glenfinnan station is about 1 km from the Visitor Centre, on a pavement
  • Daily buses run from Fort William along the Road to the Isles, stopping at the station and visitor parking areas
  • Visitor car park near the Visitor Centre, with an adjacent community car park if full; roadside parking is illegal and motorhomes cannot use the main car park
  • Reached by the A830 from Fort William or Mallaig
TipAccommodation is limited in Glenfinnan itself, so book early in summer; Fort William has the widest choice.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct Visitor Centre?

Fort William: Largest nearby town, about 30 minutes away. Arisaig: Coastal village about 25 minutes away. Mallaig: Ferry port about 45 minutes away. Acharacle: Village about 30 minutes away. Spean Bridge: Village about 40 minutes away.

How do I get to Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct Visitor Centre?

Glenfinnan station is about 1 km from the Visitor Centre, on a pavement. Daily buses run from Fort William along the Road to the Isles, stopping at the station and visitor parking areas. Visitor car park near the Visitor Centre, with an adjacent community car park if full; roadside parking is illegal and motorhomes cannot use the main car park. Reached by the A830 from Fort William or Mallaig.

Any tips for visiting Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct Visitor Centre?

Accommodation is limited in Glenfinnan itself, so book early in summer; Fort William has the widest choice.

Which airport is closest to Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct Visitor Centre?

The nearest airport on this site is Inverness Airport, about 70 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.