The average train between Macclesfield and Oban takes 10h 21m and the fastest train takes 7h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield and Oban. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 10h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 21m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield to Oban. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Oban station via Preston station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.
Macclesfield to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Macclesfield to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
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The distance between Macclesfield and Oban is 411.1 km. The road distance is 519 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Oban via Manchester Piccadilly, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 26m.