The average train between Stranraer and Oban takes 8h 21m and the fastest train takes 6h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer 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 Stranraer and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Oban at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 8h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 35m • 2 changesArrives next day


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6h 33m • 2 changesArrives next day


13h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stranraer 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 Stranraer to Oban. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Oban station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.
Stranraer to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Stranraer to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Stranraer and Oban is 170.4 km. The road distance is 311 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Oban via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 45m.