The average train between Banbury and Oban takes 12h 47m and the fastest train takes 9h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Banbury 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 3 times a day between Banbury and Oban. The earliest departure is at 9:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 9:57 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 12h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Banbury 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 Banbury to Oban. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Oban station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 47m.
Banbury to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Banbury to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Banbury and Oban is 553.2 km. The road distance is 702 km.
You can take a train from Banbury to Oban via Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 10h 18m.