The average train between Oban and Dover takes 11h 24m and the fastest train takes 9h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Dover. 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 Dover. 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 Dover at 8:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 11h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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19h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Dover? 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 Dover. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Dover station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.
Oban to Dover train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Dover train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Oban to Dover train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and 2 other operators.
The distance between Oban and Dover is 737.4 km. The road distance is 918 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Dover Priory via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 10h 22m.