The average train between Southampton and Oban takes 14h 21m and the fastest train takes 11h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton 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 3 times a day between Southampton and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 7:15 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 14h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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18h 30m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Oban. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Oban station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 21m.
Southampton to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Southampton to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Southampton and Oban is 668.7 km. The road distance is 857 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Oban via Stafford, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 12h 1m.