The average train between Lincoln and Oban takes 11h 44m and the fastest train takes 8h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 Lincoln and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 11h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Oban. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Oban station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.
Lincoln to Oban train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Newark North Gate station.
Lincoln to Oban train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Lincoln to Oban train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Lincoln and Oban is 474.8 km. The road distance is 689 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Oban via Newark North Gate, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 28m.