The average train between Gloucester and Oban takes 13h and the fastest train takes 9h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Oban. The earliest departure is at 9:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 13h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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16h 37m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Oban. However, there are services departing from Gloucester station and arriving at Oban station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.
Gloucester to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.
Gloucester to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Gloucester to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Gloucester and Oban is 547.8 km. The road distance is 708 km.
You can take a train from Gloucester to Oban via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 10h 28m.