The average train between Mallaig and Oban takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Mallaig 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 3 times a day between Mallaig and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mallaig is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Oban at 9:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Oban. However, there are services departing from Mallaig station and arriving at Oban station via Crianlarich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Mallaig to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.
Mallaig to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
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The distance between Mallaig and Oban is 69.2 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Mallaig to Oban via Crianlarich in around 5h 30m.
