The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fort William station (FTW) for Oban station (OBN) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.




Live departures
Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:44 Fort William station (FTW) | 3h43 | 10:27 Oban station (OBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Fort William station (FTW) | 3h48 | 14:28 Oban station (OBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN)
Trains from Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:44, the last at 10:41. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 06:44 |
Last train 10:41 |
Train companies: ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper from Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) trainsScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Fort William station (FTW) and Oban station (OBN) from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort William station (FTW) to Oban station (OBN) 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 station (OBN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Fort William station (FTW) and Oban station (OBN)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:45 Sunday 16:30 - 20:00 Summer opening hours Sundays 09:30 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- 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 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
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets have a restricted capacity. The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings
- 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 from the station car park
- 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
