The average train between Oban and Southampton takes 13h 14m and the fastest train takes 9h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Southampton. 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton at 4:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 13h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Oban to Southampton? 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 Southampton. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Southampton station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.
Oban to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Oban to Southampton train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Oban and Southampton is 668.7 km. The road distance is 924 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Southampton Central via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 10h 12m.