The average train between Oban and Lancaster takes 7h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Lancaster. 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 Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 11:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 7h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Oban to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Lancaster station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.
Oban to Lancaster train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Lancaster train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Oban to Lancaster train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Oban and Lancaster is 313.2 km. The road distance is 426 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Lancaster via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 44m.