The average train between Sheffield and Oban takes 11h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 11h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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12h 24m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Oban. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Oban station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.
Sheffield to Oban train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.
Sheffield to Oban train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Sheffield to Oban train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Sheffield and Oban is 423.4 km. The road distance is 634 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Oban via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 54m.