The average train between Aviemore and Oban takes 8h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Aviemore 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 Aviemore and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aviemore is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Perth and take an average of 8h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aviemore 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 Aviemore to Oban. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Oban station via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.
Aviemore to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.
Aviemore to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Aviemore to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Aviemore and Oban is 132.3 km. The road distance is 384 km.
You can take a train from Aviemore to Oban via Perth and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 17m.