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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Mallaig
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Mallaig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Mallaig will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oban for Mallaig 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 69 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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.
8:564h44Oban13:40Mallaig£551One-way0 changes- 12:115h32Oban17:43Mallaig£551One-way0 changes
- 8:564h44Oban13:40Mallaig£551One-way0 changes
- 12:115h32Oban17:43Mallaig£551One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oban to Mallaig
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Mallaig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 69 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£55 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 43m Average total duration 19h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oban to Mallaig train times
The table below shows live departures for Oban to Mallaig trains for tomorrow, Thursday 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:56 Oban | 4h44 | 13:40 Mallaig | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:11 Oban | 5h32 | 17:43 Mallaig | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oban to Mallaig
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Trains from Oban to Mallaig run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 18:11 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Oban to Mallaig trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Oban and Mallaig from £13. 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 Mallaig train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Mallaig 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 Mallaig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oban and Mallaig
Most Oban to Mallaig trains use the Oban to Mallaig station pair. Use this guide to compare Oban and Mallaig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oban station do trains to Mallaig 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 Mallaig station do trains from Oban arrive at?
Getting to Mallaig from Mallaig city centre
Mallaig train station facilities and services
Mallaig has practical services for this route, including 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 Mallaig.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mallaig. 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 Mallaig: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mallaig: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mallaig: 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: 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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