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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Tarbet
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
1 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
1 h 58 m
Trains on 06 Sept
1
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Tarbet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Tarbet will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 1 trains from Oban to Tarbet, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.
12:111h58Oban14:09Tarbet£291One-way0 changes
- 12:111h58Oban14:09Tarbet£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oban to Tarbet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Tarbet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oban to Tarbet:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oban to Tarbet costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Tarbet take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-14.99. The journey takes 2h 0m versus 1h 23m 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.
Live departures
Oban to Tarbet train times
The table below shows live departures for Oban to Tarbet trains for tomorrow, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:11 Oban | 1h58 | 14:09 Tarbet | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oban to Tarbet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oban to Tarbet run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £12 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 52 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 20:39 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Oban to Tarbet trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Oban and Tarbet from £12. 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 Tarbet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Tarbet 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 Tarbet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oban and Tarbet
Most Oban to Tarbet trains use the Oban to Arrochar & Tarbet station pair. Use this guide to compare Oban and Tarbet train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oban station do trains to Tarbet 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 Tarbet station do trains from Oban arrive at?
Getting to Arrochar & Tarbet from Tarbet city centre
Arrochar & Tarbet train station facilities and services
Arrochar & Tarbet has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Arrochar & Tarbet.
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).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arrochar & Tarbet: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Arrochar & Tarbet: Bike Parking.
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