The average train between Harwich and Oban takes 12h 31m and the fastest train takes 10h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Harwich 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 Harwich and Oban. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 12h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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16h 9m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Harwich 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 Harwich to Oban. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Oban station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 31m.
Harwich to Oban train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Oban train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Harwich to Oban train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Harwich and Oban is 663.4 km. The road distance is 911 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Oban via Manningtree, London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 11h 9m.