The average train between Oban and Thirsk takes 9h 15m and the fastest train takes 7h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Thirsk. 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 Thirsk. 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 Thirsk at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 9h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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15h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Thirsk? 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 Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Thirsk station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.
Oban to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Oban to Thirsk train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Oban and Thirsk is 356.6 km. The road distance is 588 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Thirsk via Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and York in around 7h 16m.