The average train between Gretna and Oban takes 7h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Gretna 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 Gretna and Oban. The earliest departure is at 12:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Gretna is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 7h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Gretna 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 Gretna to Oban. However, there are services departing from Gretna station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.
Gretna to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carlisle station.
Gretna to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Gretna to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Gretna and Oban is 218.3 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Gretna Green to Oban via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 1m.