The average train between Oban and Bristol takes 11h 58m and the fastest train takes 9h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Bristol. 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 Oban and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Bristol at 10:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 11h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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17h 26m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Bristol? 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 Oban to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads station via Glasgow Queen Street station, Warrington Bank Quay station and Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.
Oban to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
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The distance between Oban and Bristol is 582.7 km. The road distance is 743 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Bristol Temple Meads via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 10h 41m.