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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort William to Oban
Cheapest price on Oct 11
€46
Average ticket price on Oct 11
€47
Fastest journey on Oct 11
3 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
3 h 40 m
Trains on Oct 11
2
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William to Oban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort William to Oban will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
It's difficult to get from Fort William to Oban without transferring at least once.
C14881_C14835 · C1483111:41 AM3h46Fort William station (FTW)3:27 PMOban station (OBN)€461One-way1 transfer- C14881_C14835 · C1483111:41 AM3h33Fort William station (FTW)3:14 PMConnel Ferry (CON)€491One-way1 transfer
- C14881_C14835 · C1483111:41 AM3h33Fort William station (FTW)3:14 PMConnel Ferry (CON)€491One-way1 transfer
- C14881_C14835 · C1483111:41 AM3h46Fort William station (FTW)3:27 PMOban station (OBN)€461One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort William to Oban
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Trains from Fort William to Oban run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 6:11 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Fort William to Oban train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William to Oban trains for today, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14880 · C14829 | 11:40 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 3h35 | 3:15 PM Connel Ferry (CON) | 1 transfer | |
| C14880 · C14829 | 11:40 AM Fort William station (FTW) | 3h48 | 3:28 PM Oban station (OBN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Fort William to Oban
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fort William to Oban
Most Fort William to Oban trains use the Fort William to Oban station pair, with some services arriving at Connel Ferry. Use this guide to compare Fort William and Oban train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Fort William station do trains to Oban leave from?
Getting to Fort William from Fort William city centre
Fort William train station facilities and services
Fort William has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fort William.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fort William.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fort William. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fort William: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fort William: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fort William: 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Oban station do trains from Fort William arrive at?
Getting to Oban from Oban city centre
Oban train station facilities and services
Oban has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oban.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oban.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oban. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oban: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oban: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oban: 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.
Getting to Connel Ferry from Oban city centre
Connel Ferry train station facilities and services
Connel Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Connel Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Connel Ferry: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Connel Ferry: 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.
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