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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

€43

Average price

€43

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

97 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oban to Glasgow will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Oban for Glasgow on Mon, Jul 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.

Y67083_Y67124

12:11PM3h23

Oban station (OBN)

03:34PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

€431One-way

0 transfers

Y67072

08:56AM3h00

Oban station (OBN)

11:56AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)

€431One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Oban to Glasgow train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, July 13

Last updated at 9:09 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y67082	On time 11:11 AM Oban station (OBN)	3h15	2:26 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Y67090	On time 3:11 PM Oban station (OBN)	3h09	6:20 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Y67114	On time 4:04 PM Oban station (OBN)	3h10	7:14 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Y67102_Y67131	5:11 PM Oban station (OBN)	3h09	8:20 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect
Monday, July 14
Y67072	On time 7:56 AM Oban station (OBN)	3h00	10:56 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)	0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Oban to Glasgow?

The best time to book your train from Oban to Glasgow is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Oban to Glasgow route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Oban to Glasgow per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Oban to Glasgow.

Trains

from €33

Journey information

Overview: Train from Oban to Glasgow

United Kingdom

Trains from Oban to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

96 km

Average train duration

3h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

€27

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 53m

First train

05:10

Last train

21:31

Price information

Train companies: ScotRail trains Oban to Glasgow

You can travel by train from Oban to Glasgow with ScotRail for as low as €14. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Oban to Glasgow train information with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 2 h 53 min
Cheapest Price: €14
ScotRail frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Oban to Glasgow

FAQs: Travel by train from Oban to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Oban to Glasgow.

Cheap train tickets from Oban to Glasgow can start from as little as €23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oban to Glasgow is €37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Oban to Glasgow train travel time is 3 h 6 min for the 96 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Oban to Glasgow leaves at 05: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Oban to Glasgow leaves at 21: 31.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Oban to Glasgow without having to change trains with ScotRail. There are 5 direct trains from Oban to Glasgow each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the trip from Oban to Glasgow you can take a train with ScotRail. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Oban to Glasgow on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 31.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Oban, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Glasgow Queen Street, located 0.6 miles (893 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Glasgow from Oban is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Oban to Glasgow by train is November.

Yes, you can take a train to Glasgow from Oban.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Oban to Glasgow

Oban

Glasgow

The major train station for departures in Oban is Oban. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oban for your trip from Oban to Glasgow.

Oban

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Oban station, Railway Pier, Oban, Argyll & Bute, PA34 4LW

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:36 Saturday 05:00 - 20:36 Sunday 10:45 - 18:11

Shopping

Type of shops available: News kiosk

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / Station building

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

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

Public transit options for Oban

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Shore Street

Connel Ferry Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Connel Ferry station, Station Road, Connel, Argyll & Bute, PA37 1PA

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage CCTV: No

Information Desk

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

Public transit options for Connel Ferry