The average train between Hamilton and Oban takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Hamilton 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 5 times a day between Hamilton and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Oban at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Oban. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Oban station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Hamilton to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Hamilton Central station.
Hamilton to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Hamilton to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Hamilton and Oban is 114.8 km. The road distance is 169 km.
You can take a train from Hamilton Central to Oban via Dalmuir in around 4h 44m.