The average train between Newton Abbot and Oban takes 14h 44m and the fastest train takes 11h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newton Abbot is at 8:44 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 14h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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18h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot to Oban. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot station and arriving at Oban station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 44m.
Newton Abbot to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Newton Abbot to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Newton Abbot to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Newton Abbot and Oban is 666 km. The road distance is 922 km.
You can take a train from Newton Abbot to Oban via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 12h 21m.