The average train between Swindon and Oban takes 14h 6m and the fastest train takes 10h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon 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 Swindon and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 5:38 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 14h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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28h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Oban. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Oban station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 6m.
Swindon to Oban train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Oban train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Oban station.
Book your Swindon to Oban train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Oban is 591.4 km. The road distance is 814 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Oban via Bristol Parkway, Stafford, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 11h 59m.