The average train between Oxford and Oban takes 13h 4m and the fastest train takes 9h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford to Oban. 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 Oxford and Oban. The earliest departure is at 9:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 13h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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17h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford to Oban? 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 Oxford to Oban. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Oban station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.
Oxford to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Oxford to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Oxford and Oban is 586.7 km. The road distance is 738 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Oban via Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 10h 37m.