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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tyndrum to Oban
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tyndrum to Oban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tyndrum to Oban will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Tyndrum for Oban on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
11:02 AM1h03Tyndrum Lower12:05 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers- 11:56 AM1h08Tyndrum Lower1:04 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers
- 2:26 PM1h01Tyndrum Lower3:27 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers
- 8:22 PM1h02Tyndrum Lower9:24 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers
- 2:26 PM1h01Tyndrum Lower3:27 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers
- 8:22 PM1h02Tyndrum Lower9:24 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers
- 11:02 AM1h03Tyndrum Lower12:05 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers
- 11:56 AM1h08Tyndrum Lower1:04 PMOban$331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Tyndrum to Oban
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tyndrum to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tyndrum to Oban:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tyndrum to Oban costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Oban take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 3m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.88 (€-8.09). The journey takes 1h 3m versus 52m 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
Tyndrum to Oban train times
The table below shows live departures for Tyndrum to Oban trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:02 AM Tyndrum Lower | 1h03 | 12:05 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:56 AM Tyndrum Lower | 1h08 | 1:04 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:26 PM Tyndrum Lower | 1h01 | 3:27 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tyndrum to Oban
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Tyndrum to Oban run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 8:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Tyndrum to Oban trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Tyndrum and Oban from $15 (€12). 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 Tyndrum to Oban
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tyndrum 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 Tyndrum to Oban
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops on the main road: at the end of station road for stations to Glasgow; near the Green Welly sign for stations to Oban
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park - unlined
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops on the main road: at the end of Station Road for stations to Glasgow; on the opposite side of the road, near the public toilets for stations to Fort William
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ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
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HotelLoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- 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
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