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Oban to Port Glasgow by train
| First train | 05:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 05:11 | |
| Departure station | Oban | |
| Arrival station | Port Glasgow | |
| Journey time | From 4h 20m | |
| Distance | 45 miles (72 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators |
How to travel from Oban to Port Glasgow by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Oban to Port Glasgow? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Oban and Port Glasgow, which usually take 4 hours 20 minutes to complete the 45 miles (72 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Port Glasgow by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. ScotRail trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Port Glasgow.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Oban to Port Glasgow if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Port Glasgow? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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