The average train between Skipton and Oban takes 9h 10m and the fastest train takes 7h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Skipton 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 Skipton and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skipton is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Oban at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 9h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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13h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Skipton 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 Skipton to Oban. However, there are services departing from Skipton station and arriving at Oban station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.
Skipton to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.
Skipton to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Skipton to Oban train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Skipton and Oban is 350.1 km. The road distance is 454 km.
You can take a train from Skipton to Oban via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 52m.