The average train between Oban and Burnley takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Burnley. 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 Oban and Burnley. 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 Burnley at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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16h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Burnley? 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 Burnley. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Burnley station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.
Oban to Burnley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Burnley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Oban to Burnley train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Oban and Burnley is 356.9 km. The road distance is 496 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Burnley Manchester Road via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 15m.