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Compare train and coach for Oban to Ardlui
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Ardlui among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£29 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oban to Ardlui:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oban to Ardlui costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Ardlui take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 44m.
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.66. The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Oban to Ardlui by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Oban to Ardlui.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oban to Ardlui.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oban to Ardlui
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Trains from Oban to Ardlui run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 20:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Oban to Ardlui trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Oban and Ardlui from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oban to Ardlui train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Ardlui 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 Ardlui, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oban and Ardlui
Most Oban to Ardlui trains use the Oban to Ardlui station pair. Use this guide to compare Oban and Ardlui train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oban station do trains to Ardlui leave from?
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.
Which Ardlui station do trains from Oban arrive at?
Getting to Ardlui from Ardlui city centre
Ardlui train station facilities and services
Ardlui has practical services for this route, including Parking, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ardlui: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ardlui: Bike Parking.
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