The average train between Cambridge and Oban takes 12h 24m and the fastest train takes 10h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Oban. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 12h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Oban. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Oban station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.
Cambridge to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Cambridge to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Cambridge and Oban is 592.3 km. The road distance is 805 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Oban via Peterborough, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 10h 21m.