The average train between Chorley and Oban takes 8h 15m and the fastest train takes 6h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Chorley 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 Chorley and Oban. The earliest departure is at 12:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Chorley is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 8h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 19m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chorley 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 Chorley to Oban. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.
Chorley to Oban train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Chorley to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
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The distance between Chorley and Oban is 357.3 km. The road distance is 456 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Oban via Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 13m.