The average train between Barnsley and Oban takes 10h 40m and the fastest train takes 8h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnsley 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 4 times a day between Barnsley and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnsley is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 10h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Barnsley 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 Barnsley to Oban. However, there are services departing from Barnsley station and arriving at Oban station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.
Barnsley to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.
Barnsley to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Barnsley to Oban train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and ScotRail.
The distance between Barnsley and Oban is 407.7 km. The road distance is 639 km.
You can take a train from Barnsley to Oban via Leeds, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 47m.