The average train between Oban and Gloucester takes 12h 16m and the fastest train takes 9h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Gloucester. 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 Gloucester. 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 Gloucester at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 12h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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13h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Gloucester? 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 Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Gloucester station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.
Oban to Gloucester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Gloucester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Gloucester station.
Book your Oban to Gloucester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Oban and Gloucester is 547.8 km. The road distance is 708 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Gloucester via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 10h 23m.