The cheapest and fastest trains from Tyndrum to Oban
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
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 $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tyndrum for Oban on Sat, Dec 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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 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 €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€19 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tyndrum to Oban train times
The table below shows live departures for Tyndrum to Oban trains for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:19 PM Tyndrum | 2h09 | 2:28 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tyndrum to Oban
Trains from Tyndrum to Oban run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Tyndrum to Oban trainsScotRail trains will get you between Tyndrum and Oban from $16 (€13). 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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