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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Fort William
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Fort William is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Fort William will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oban for Fort William on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
7:56 AM3h11Oban11:07 AMFort William$541One-way0 transfers- 12:11 PM3h58Oban4:09 PMFort William$551One-way0 transfers
- 7:56 AM3h11Oban11:07 AMFort William$541One-way0 transfers
- 12:11 PM3h58Oban4:09 PMFort William$551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oban to Fort William
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Fort William among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a bus costs an average of $66.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oban to Fort William:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oban to Fort William costing on average $66 (€54).
Other travel options to Fort William take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 2m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.96 (€-30.37). The journey takes 3h 2m versus 1h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oban to Fort William train times
The table below shows live departures for Oban to Fort William trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 AM Oban | 3h16 | 12:12 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:11 AM Oban | 3h58 | 3:09 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:11 PM Oban | 3h58 | 4:09 PM Fort William | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oban to Fort William
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Trains from Oban to Fort William run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 6:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Oban to Fort William trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Oban and Fort William from $36 (€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: Trains from Oban to Fort William
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Fort William 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 Fort William, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oban to Fort William
Most Oban to Fort William trains use the Oban to Fort William station pair. Use this guide to compare Oban and Fort William train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oban station do trains to Fort William leave from?
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.
Which Fort William station do trains from Oban arrive at?
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.
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