The average train between Oban and North Shields takes 7h 57m and the fastest train takes 6h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to North Shields. 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 North Shields. 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 North Shields at 10:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 7h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Oban to North Shields? 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 North Shields. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at North Shields station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.
Oban to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Oban and North Shields is 296.1 km. The road distance is 437 km.
You can take a train from Oban to North Shields via Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 6h 13m.