The average train between Alness and Oban takes 12h 16m and the fastest train takes 8h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Alness to Oban. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Alness and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alness is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 12h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Alness to Oban? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Alness to Oban. However, there are services departing from Alness station and arriving at Oban station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.
Alness to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Alness station.
Alness to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Alness to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Alness and Oban is 160.3 km. The road distance is 484 km.
You can take a train from Alness to Oban via Inverness and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 34m.