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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Glasgow will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 11 trains that leave Oban for Glasgow every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
C14837_C1487912:113h23Oban station (OBN)15:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes- C148258:563h00Oban station (OBN)11:56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C1487220:392h52Oban station (OBN)23:31Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C14837_C1487912:233h11Connel Ferry (CON)15:34Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C148259:072h49Connel Ferry (CON)11:56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C1487220:512h40Connel Ferry (CON)23:31Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C148259:072h49Connel Ferry (CON)11:56Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C1484514:522h51Connel Ferry (CON)17:43Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C1487220:392h52Oban station (OBN)23:31Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)£421One-way0 changes
- C14872 · W8334020:512h59Connel Ferry (CON)23:50Glasgow Central (GLC)£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oban to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £41.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oban to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Oban to Glasgow trains for today, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14872 | On time 20:39 Oban station (OBN) | 2h52 | 23:31 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14872 · W83340 | On time 20:51 Connel Ferry (CON) | 2h59 | 23:50 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1 change | |
| C14872 | On time 20:51 Connel Ferry (CON) | 2h40 | 23:31 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 23 July | |||||
| C14825 | 8:56 Oban station (OBN) | 3h00 | 11:56 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14825 | 9:07 Connel Ferry (CON) | 2h49 | 11:56 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14837_C14879 | 12:11 Oban station (OBN) | 3h23 | 15:34 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14837_C14879 | 12:23 Connel Ferry (CON) | 3h11 | 15:34 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14845 | 14:41 Oban station (OBN) | 3h02 | 17:43 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14845 | 14:52 Connel Ferry (CON) | 2h51 | 17:43 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14857_Y39697 | 18:11 Oban station (OBN) | 3h32 | 21:43 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14857_Y39697 | 18:22 Connel Ferry (CON) | 3h21 | 21:43 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Oban to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oban to Glasgow run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Oban to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oban and Glasgow
Most Oban to Glasgow trains use the Oban to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Oban and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oban station do trains to Glasgow 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.
Getting to Connel Ferry from Oban city centre
Connel Ferry train station facilities and services
Connel Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, 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 Connel Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Connel Ferry: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Connel Ferry: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Rough ground, 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.
Which Glasgow station do trains from Oban arrive at?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Paisley St James from Glasgow city centre
Paisley St James is 2 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Paisley St James train station facilities and services
Paisley St James has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental 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, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paisley St James: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Paisley St James: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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