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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Alloa
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
109 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Alloa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Alloa will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Fast trains
To travel from Oban to Alloa you need to make at least one change.
08:564h08
Oban13:04Alloa
£641One-way
1 change
14:413h54
Oban18:35Alloa
£641One-way
1 change
20:3910h23
Oban07:02Alloa
£641One-way
1 change
14:413h54
Oban18:35Alloa
£641One-way
1 change
08:564h08
Oban13:04Alloa
£641One-way
1 change
20:3910h23
Oban07:02Alloa
£641One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oban to Alloa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Alloa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 109 km
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£60 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oban to Alloa train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 09:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:41 Oban | 3h54 | 18:35 Alloa | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 08:56 Oban | 4h08 | 13:04 Alloa | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oban to Alloa
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oban to Alloa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £19 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 £19
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 07:08 |
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 £19
Train companies: ScotRail from Oban to Alloa trainsScotRail trains will get you between Oban and Alloa from £19. 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
4h 8m
Cheapest Price
£60
ScotRail frequency
1 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
FAQs: Oban to Alloa train
FAQs: Travel by train from Oban to Alloa 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 Oban to Alloa.
A visit to Alloa can be well enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its historical sites, local attractions, and surrounding scenic areas.
To get from Oban to Alloa, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Oban to Alloa is 109 km.
Booking trains from Oban to Alloa in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Oban to Alloa leaves at 7:08.
The last train from Oban to Alloa departs at 18:11.
The cost of a train ticket from Oban to Alloa can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £60.
Trains from Oban to Alloa run approximately 1 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Oban to Alloa is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oban to Alloa.
The train from Oban to Alloa takes 4h 8m and runs once a day.
There is no night train service from Oban to Alloa.
The train station in Oban that goes to Alloa is Oban station (OBN), and it arrives at Alloa station (ALO).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oban to Alloa.
Yes, you can take the train from Oban to Alloa.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oban and Alloa
Oban
Alloa
The major train station for departures in Oban is Oban. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oban for your trip from Oban to Alloa.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:36 Saturday 05:00 - 20:36 Sunday 10:45 - 18:11
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / Station building
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
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
Public transport options for Oban
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Shore Street
The major train station for arrivals in Alloa is Alloa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alloa for your journey to Alloa from Oban.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Alloa Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Alloa
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park immediately in front of the station
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