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Travelling from Oban to Dumbarton Central by train? Advance Tickets can be as low as £5.00*, with average fares of £5.00. Benefit from Off-Peak train tickets, Return train tickets, and Anytime Train Tickets for extra savings. Enjoy the most cost-effective and pleasant journey with TrainPal. For more tips on saving money, visit our UK cheap train ticket guide.
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From Oban to Dumbarton Central, take the fastest train in 2 hours 36 minutes, typically 2 hours 43 minutes. Daily, 3 trains depart from Oban, with the first at 12:11 and the last at 18:11. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
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12:11 | 2 hours 43 minutes, Direct | 14:54 | ScotRail | Find tickets |
16:11 | 2 hours 36 minutes, Direct | 18:47 | ScotRail | Find tickets |
18:11 | 2 hours 43 minutes, Direct | 20:54 | ScotRail | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from Oban to Dumbarton Central with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
Travelling by train from Oban to Dumbarton Central is efficient and offers a scenic and comfortable experience. With frequent departures from Oban, you can reach Dumbarton Central in just 2 hours 36 minutes, making it one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between these two places.

The fastest train journey time from Oban to Dumbarton Central is 2 hours 36 minutes . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, there are no direct trains from Oban to Dumbarton Central. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip

Oban to Dumbarton Central trains are generally punctual, but delays or cancellations can occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. After purchasing a ticket, use TrainPal to track live train updates. Before buying a ticket, our Train Journey Planner provides all necessary booking information. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations, click 'Search,' and view routes labelled 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest,' with all details displayed.
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