Dundee to Oban train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Oban

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£108

Average price

£108

Fastest journey

5 h 39 m

Average duration

5 h 39 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Oban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dundee to Oban will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Dundee for Oban every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 39 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.

ScotRail
04:485h39
Dundee
10:27Oban
£1081One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Dundee to Oban

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £106.

Distance: 154 km

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Coach

£107

Average Price

£43

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Cheapest

5h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 47m

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5h 32m

Average total duration

5h 2m

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Live departures

Dundee to Oban train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 20:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail04:48 Dundee
5h39
10:27 Oban0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dundee to Oban

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Trains from Dundee to Oban run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £106 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Distance
154 km
Average train duration
4h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£106
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
5h 39m
First train
05:11
Last train
18:11
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37

Train companies: ScotRail, Cross Country from Dundee to Oban trainsScotRail, Cross Country trains will get you between Dundee and Oban from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£106
ScotRail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 16m
Cheapest Price
£112
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Dundee to Oban train

FAQs: Travel by train from Dundee to Oban easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dundee to Oban.
FAQs
The train distance from Dundee to Oban is 154 km.
The train journey from Dundee to Oban covers a distance of 154 km and takes approximately 5h 39m. Trains run 2 per day.
Booking trains from Dundee to Oban in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Dundee to Oban leaves at 5:11.
To get from Dundee to Oban, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The last train from Dundee to Oban departs at 18:11.
The cost of a train ticket from Dundee to Oban can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £106, while the average price tends to be around £107.
Trains from Dundee to Oban run approximately 2 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Oban is by coach, costing approximately £37.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dundee to Oban.
There is no night train service from Dundee to Oban.
The train station in Dundee that goes to Oban is Dundee station (DEE), and it arrives at Oban station (OBN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dundee to Oban.
Yes, you can take the train from Dundee to Oban.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dundee and Oban

Dundee
Oban
The major train station for departures in Dundee is Broughty Ferry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Broughty Ferry for your trip from Dundee to Oban.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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, Announcements
Public transport options for Broughty Ferry
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Queen Street by station sign
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Dundee
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance

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