The average train between Grimsby and Oban takes 12h 2m and the fastest train takes 8h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 12h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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17h 31m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Oban. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Oban station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.
Grimsby to Oban train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Oban train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Grimsby to Oban train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Grimsby and Oban is 467.8 km. The road distance is 683 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Oban via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 27m.