The average train between Oban and Holyhead takes 11h 28m and the fastest train takes 9h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Holyhead. 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 Holyhead. 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 Holyhead at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 11h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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14h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Holyhead? 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 Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Holyhead station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.
Oban to Holyhead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Holyhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Oban to Holyhead train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Oban and Holyhead is 349.4 km. The road distance is 667 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Holyhead via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 9h 41m.