The average train between Oban and Lochgelly takes 6h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Lochgelly. 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 4 times a day between Oban and Lochgelly. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Lochgelly at 7:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 6h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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10h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Lochgelly? 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 Lochgelly. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Lochgelly station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.
Oban to Lochgelly train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Lochgelly train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Oban to Lochgelly train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Oban and Lochgelly is 137.3 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Lochgelly via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket in around 5h 21m.