The average train between Cardross and Oban takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardross 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 every 4 hours between Cardross and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardross is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Oban at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardross to Oban. However, there are services departing from Cardross station and arriving at Oban station via Oban. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Cardross to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.
Cardross to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
The distance between Cardross and Oban is 71.2 km. The road distance is 135 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Oban 4 times a day. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 35m.