The average train between Oban and Balloch takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Balloch. 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 4 times a day between Oban and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Balloch at 11:32 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Oban to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Balloch station via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Oban to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumbarton Central station.
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The distance between Oban and Balloch is 71.8 km. The road distance is 136 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Oban to Dumbarton Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 31m.