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Oban to Glasgow Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Oban to Glasgow. Traveling by train from Oban to Glasgow usually takes 3 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest ScotRail train can make the trip in 2 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (97 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 53m |
| Lowest price | $36.35 |
| Trains per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Oban to Glasgow?
ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Oban to Glasgow. However, there are 9 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScotRail | 9 | 3h 24m | $41.05 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Oban to Glasgow
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Oban to Glasgow. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Oban at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Glasgow. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Glasgow to Oban.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Oban?
Main departure station: Railway Pier
There is one train station in Oban.
All train stations in Oban:
Railway Pier
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
Main arrival station: Glasgow Queen St Station
There are more train stations and stops in Glasgow than most cities. Most trains from Oban will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Glasgow:
All train stations in Glasgow:
Glasgow Queen St Station
Possilpark & Parkhouse
1987 Maryhill Rd
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