The average train between Newquay and Oban takes 19h 34m and the fastest train takes 14h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Newquay 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 3 times a day between Newquay and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newquay is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Oban at 9:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 19h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Newquay 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 Newquay to Oban. However, there are services departing from Newquay station and arriving at Oban station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 34m.
Newquay to Oban train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Newquay to Oban train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Oban station.
Book your Newquay to Oban train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Newquay and Oban is 667.7 km. The road distance is 1,060 km.
You can take a train from Newquay to Oban via Par, Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 15h 49m.