Tyndrum to Oban train with ScotRail

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tyndrum to Oban

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

1 h 5 m

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tyndrum to Oban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tyndrum to Oban will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Tyndrum for Oban every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.

ScotRail
07:271h08
Tyndrum Lower
08:35Oban
£201One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
10:241h09
Tyndrum Lower
11:33Oban
£201One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
12:411h08
Tyndrum Lower
13:49Oban
£201One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
14:261h08
Tyndrum Lower
15:34Oban
£201One-way
0 changes
ScotRail
18:371h07
Tyndrum Lower
19:44Oban
£201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Tyndrum to Oban

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tyndrum to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 47 km

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Coach

£18

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 36m

Average total duration

1h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Tyndrum to Oban train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail06:27 Tyndrum
1h08
07:35 Oban0 changesdirect
scotrail12:19 Tyndrum
2h09
14:28 Oban0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Tyndrum to Oban

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Trains from Tyndrum to Oban run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £12 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 £12
Distance
47 km
Average train duration
1h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
05:11
Last train
21:31
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 £12

Train companies: ScotRail from Tyndrum to Oban trainsScotRail trains will get you between Tyndrum and Oban from £12. 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
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£18
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: Tyndrum to Oban train

FAQs: Travel by train from Tyndrum to Oban 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 Tyndrum to Oban.
FAQs
The train distance from Tyndrum to Oban is 47 km.
Booking trains from Tyndrum to Oban in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Tyndrum to Oban covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 3 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Tyndrum and Oban. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by ScotRail.
The cost of a train ticket from Tyndrum to Oban can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The cheapest way to get from Tyndrum to Oban is by coach, costing approximately £12.
The first train from Tyndrum to Oban leaves at 5:11.
To get from Tyndrum to Oban, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Tyndrum to Oban departs at 21:31.
The train station in Tyndrum that goes to Oban is Tyndrum Lower (TYL), and it arrives at Oban station (OBN).
Trains from Tyndrum to Oban run approximately 3 times per day.
There is no night train service from Tyndrum to Oban.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tyndrum to Oban.
Yes, you can take the train from Tyndrum to Oban.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Tyndrum and Oban

Tyndrum
Oban
The major train station for departures in Tyndrum is Tyndrum Lower. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tyndrum Lower for your trip from Tyndrum to Oban.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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
Public transport options for Tyndrum Lower
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops on the main road: at the end of station road for stations to Glasgow; near the Green Welly sign for stations to Oban
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park - unlined
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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
Public transport options for Upper Tyndrum
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops on the main road: at the end of Station Road for stations to Glasgow; on the opposite side of the road, near the public toilets for stations to Fort William

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