The average train between Derby and Oban takes 11h 54m and the fastest train takes 9h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 Derby and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 11h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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19h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to Oban. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Oban station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.
Derby to Oban train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Oban train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Derby to Oban train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Derby and Oban is 465.6 km. The road distance is 622 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Oban via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 38m.