The average train between Brighton and Oban takes 11h 27m and the fastest train takes 9h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Brighton 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 Brighton and Oban. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 11h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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14h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Oban. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Oban station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.
Brighton to Oban train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Oban train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Brighton to Oban train tickets online with Thameslink, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Brighton and Oban is 713.5 km. The road distance is 880 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Oban via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 10h 53m.