The average train between Oban and Stranraer takes 9h 12m and the fastest train takes 6h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Stranraer. 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 Stranraer. 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 Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 9h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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12h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Stranraer? 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 Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.
Oban to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Oban and Stranraer is 170.4 km. The road distance is 311 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 44m.