The average train between Oban and Ardrossan takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Ardrossan. 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 Oban and Ardrossan. The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Ardrossan at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oban to Ardrossan? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Oban to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Ardrossan station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Oban to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ardrossan Town station.
Book your Oban to Ardrossan train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Oban and Ardrossan is 95.5 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Ardrossan Town via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 50m.