The average train between Annan and Oban takes 7h 40m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Annan 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 5 times a day between Annan and Oban. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Annan is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 7h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Annan to Oban? 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 Annan to Oban. However, there are services departing from Annan station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.
Annan to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carlisle station.
Annan to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Annan to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Annan and Oban is 210.7 km. The road distance is 343 km.
You can take a train from Annan to Oban via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 10m.