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Compare train and bus for Fort William to Oban
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fort William to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €47, while a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€47 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €47 compared to roughly €14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-33.11. The journey takes 2h 52m 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.
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How to get from Fort William to Oban by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Fort William to Oban is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
C14881_C14835 · C1483111:41 AM3h46Fort William station (FTW)3:27 PMOban station (OBN)€451One-way1 transfer
Cheapest
- C14881_C14835 · C1483111:41 AM3h46Fort William station (FTW)3:27 PMOban station (OBN)€451One-way1 transfer
Fastest
- C14881_C14835 · C1483111:41 AM3h33Fort William station (FTW)3:14 PMConnel Ferry (CON)€481One-way1 transfer
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Fort William and Oban as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Fort William station (FTW) and arrive in Oban station (OBN).
- Travel with West Coast Motors, Ember, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to go to Oban by bus.
- Travel with Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail to go to Oban by train.
- 0 direct buses per day with West Coast Motors, Ember.
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