The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
$205
Average price
$205
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Aberdeen will cost around $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $205.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oban for Aberdeen on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 221 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 25 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 train and bus for Oban to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a train costs an average of €164.
Distance: 137 miles (221 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€164 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest |
6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oban to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Oban to Aberdeen trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:11 PM Oban | 6h14 | 6:25 PM Aberdeen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:05 PM Oban | 6h19 | 10:24 PM Aberdeen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:58 PM Oban | 7h25 | 12:23 AM Aberdeen | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oban to Aberdeen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oban to Aberdeen
Trains from Oban to Aberdeen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $204 (€164) but you can travel from only $54 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 18:05. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $204 (€164) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 25m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 18:05 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Oban to Aberdeen trainsScotRail trains will get you between Oban and Aberdeen from $54 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Oban to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oban to Aberdeen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
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