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Compare train and coach for Dumbarton to Oban
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumbarton to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 76 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-15.13. The journey takes 2h 30m versus 1h 54m 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.
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How to get to Oban from Dumbarton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Dumbarton to Oban is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 10:082h35Dumbarton12:43Oban£371One-way0 changes
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- 10:082h35Dumbarton12:43Oban£371One-way0 changes
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- 10:082h35Dumbarton12:43Oban£371One-way0 changes
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- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dumbarton and Oban as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Dumbarton Central (DBC) and arrive in Oban station (OBN).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Oban by train.
- 8 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
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