The average train between Paddington and Oban takes 11h 37m and the fastest train takes 9h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Paddington 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 5 times a day between Paddington and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paddington is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Euston Station and take an average of 11h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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13h 20m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Paddington 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 Paddington to Oban. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.
Paddington to Oban train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from London Euston station.
Paddington to Oban train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Oban station.
Book your Paddington to Oban train tickets online with London Underground (Tube), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Paddington and Oban is 645.1 km. The road distance is 797 km.
You can take a bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Oban via Euston Station, London Euston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 38m.