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Oban to Dumbarton Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Oban to Dumbarton Central, starting from £5.00 and averaging £5.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 24 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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08:56 2 hours 34 minutes, Direct Oban	11:30 Dumbarton Central	Find Tickets
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Oban to Dumbarton Central Train Route Details

First train

05:17

Last train

20:39

Departure station

Oban

Arrival station

Dumbarton Central

Journey time

2 hours 24 minutes

Distance

77 km

Price

£5.00*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Oban to Dumbarton Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Oban to Dumbarton Central can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Oban to Dumbarton Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Oban to Dumbarton Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Oban to Dumbarton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Oban to Dumbarton Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Oban to Dumbarton Central Train prices and times

Oban to Dumbarton Central Train Route Details