The average train between Oban and Shotts takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Shotts. 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 Shotts. 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 Shotts at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Oban to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Shotts station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Oban to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmuir station.
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The distance between Oban and Shotts is 122.7 km. The road distance is 184 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Oban to Dalmuir 3 times a day. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 42m.