The average train between Kendal and Oban takes 7h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 Kendal and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Oban at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 7h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Oban. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.
Kendal to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Kendal to Oban train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kendal and Oban is 289.1 km. The road distance is 398 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Oban via Oxenholme Lake District, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 43m.