The average train between Oban and Macclesfield takes 9h 7m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Macclesfield. 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 4 times a day between Oban and Macclesfield. 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 Macclesfield at 6:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 9h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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13h 41m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Macclesfield? 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 Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Macclesfield station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.
Oban to Macclesfield train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Macclesfield train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Oban to Macclesfield train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 4 other operators.
The distance between Oban and Macclesfield is 411.1 km. The road distance is 537 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Macclesfield via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Preston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 7h 33m.