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Cheap train tickets from Oban to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Cheapest

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.

Cheapest
ScotrailL91203
08:50AM3h06
Oban station (OBN)
11:56AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
$441One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
ScotrailC08389_C08401
12:07PM3h27
Oban station (OBN)
03:34PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
$441One-way
0 transfers

Oban to Glasgow train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Scotrail
L91203
08:50AM Oban station (OBN)3h06 11:56AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)0 transfersDirect
Scotrail
C08389_C08401
12:07PM Oban station (OBN)3h27 03:34PM 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.

Fastest train times from Oban to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 6 m

Average

3 h 16 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

97 km

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

Fastest
ScotrailL91203
08:50AM3h06
Oban station (OBN)
11:56AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
$441One-way
0 transfers
ScotrailC08389_C08401
12:07PM3h27
Oban station (OBN)
03:34PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
$441One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Oban to Glasgow

Trains from Oban to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€23) 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
59 miles (96 km)
Average train duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€23)
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Train providers
1
Fastest train
3h 6m
First train
05:11
Last train
21:31
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

Train providers: ScotRail from Oban to Glasgow trains

For as little as $15 (€14) you can travel by train between Oban and Glasgow with ScotRail. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

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.

Train information from Oban to Glasgow with ScotRail:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 53 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15
  • 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.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Oban to Glasgow can start from as little as $25 (€23) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oban to Glasgow is $41 (€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 60 mile (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 5: 11 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Oban to Glasgow leaves at 9: 31 PM.
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 providers 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 9: 31 PM.

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 0.7 miles (1.2 km) 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 for a train from Oban to Glasgow is November.
Yes, you can take a train from Oban to Glasgow.

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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:36 Saturday 05:00 - 20:36 Sunday 10:45 - 18:11
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Rascals
  • Cuan Mór
  • The Waterfront Fishouse Restaurant
  • Etive Restaurant
Accessibility
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
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Kings Knoll
  • The Palace Hotel
  • Rowantree Hotel
  • Great Western Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / Station building
Public transit options for Oban
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Shore Street
Connel FerryParkingAccessibilityLounge
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
Public transit options for Connel Ferry
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from A85 at the Falls Of Lora hotel
The major train station for arrivals in Glasgow is Glasgow Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Queen Street for your journey to Glasgow from Oban.
Glasgow Queen StreetWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Dining
Dining
  • Ad Lib (Merchant City)
  • Pret A Manger
  • Mono
  • Best Kebab
Accessibility
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 Information Desk on Concourse.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express
  • Premier Inn Glasgow City Centre (George Square) hotel
  • Millennium Hotel Glasgow
  • The Brunswick
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Public transit options for Glasgow Queen Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
  • Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway

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