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Duration	3h 7m
Distance	74.4 miles
Average price	£43
Frequency	3/day

Trip overview

The average train between Oban and Balloch takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. 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.

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Oban
Balloch

3h 5m

£19 - £54

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Oban to Balloch train times

Trains run three times a day between Oban and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 08:57 in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 18:11 which arrives into Balloch at 21:32. All services require a transfer at Dumbarton Central and take an average of 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, March 8, 2021

Departing Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Departing Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Departing Thursday, March 11, 2021

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Oban to Balloch? 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.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Balloch?

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Is there a direct train between Oban and Balloch?

No, there is no direct train from Oban to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Oban and arriving at Balloch via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

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How far is it from Oban to Balloch?

The distance between Oban and Balloch is 45 miles. The road distance is 74.4 miles.

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Where do I catch the Oban to Balloch train from?

Oban to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.

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Where does the Oban to Balloch train arrive?

Oban to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumbarton Central station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Oban to Balloch?

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Where can I stay near Balloch?

There are 427+ hotels available in Balloch. Prices start at £75 per night.

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What companies run services between Oban and Balloch?

ScotRail operates a train from Oban to Dumbarton Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost £17 - £55 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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ScotRail

ScotRail

Ave. Duration

2h 36m

Frequency

3 times a day

Estimated price

£17 - £55

Phone: +44 344 811 0141
Email: customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website: scotrail.co.uk

Train from Oban to Dumbarton Central

Ave. Duration: 2h 36m
Frequency: 3 times a day
Estimated price: £17 - £55
Website: scotrail.co.uk

Anytime Day Single: £17 - £25
Anytime Day Single 1st Class: £40 - £55

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