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Compare train and coach for Balloch to Oban
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Balloch to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 72 km
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3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Balloch to Oban
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Trains from Balloch to Oban run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 20:39 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Balloch to Oban trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Balloch and Oban from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Balloch to Oban train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balloch 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Balloch and Oban
Most Balloch to Oban trains use the Balloch to Oban station pair. Use this guide to compare Balloch and Oban train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Balloch station do trains to Oban leave from?
Getting to Balloch from Balloch city centre
Balloch train station facilities and services
Balloch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Balloch.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Balloch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Balloch. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Balloch: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Balloch: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Balloch: 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 single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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.
Which Oban station do trains from Balloch arrive at?
Getting to Oban from Oban city centre
Oban train station facilities and services
Oban has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oban.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oban.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oban. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oban: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oban: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oban: 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.
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