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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Oban
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Oban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Oban will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $50.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Oban every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Oban
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a coach costs an average of $51.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$49 Average Price Cheapest | $51 Average Price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Oban train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Oban trains for today, Sunday, 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y67069 | On time 9:56 am Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h08 | 1:04 pm Oban station (OBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y67079 | On time 12:20 pm Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h07 | 3:27 pm Oban station (OBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Oban
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Oban run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Oban trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Oban from $29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Oban train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Oban by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oban, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Queen Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Oban, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Oban
ParkingDiningHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:30 Saturday 06:30 - 23:30 Sunday 09:46 - 18:16 Scottish Bookings only
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Argyle Street, outside the Marriot Hotel
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 20:49 Saturday 07:10 - 20:49 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1 & 3 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Inside ticket office on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Great Western Road
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Bellgrove Street station entrance
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Rough ground
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from A85 at the Falls Of Lora hotel
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:36 Saturday 05:00 - 20:36 Sunday 10:45 - 18:11
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Due to COVID-19, toilets have a restricted capacity. The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / Station building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Shore Street
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