The average train between Folkestone and Oban takes 11h 42m and the fastest train takes 8h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 11h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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19h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Oban. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Oban station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.
Folkestone to Oban train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Oban train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Folkestone to Oban train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Oban is 735.8 km. The road distance is 906 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Oban via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 10h 27m.