The average train between Rochdale and Oban takes 10h 22m and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale 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 Rochdale and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 10h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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12h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale 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 Rochdale to Oban. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Oban station via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.
Rochdale to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Rochdale to Oban train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Rochdale and Oban is 376.1 km. The road distance is 528 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Oban via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 23m.