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Bournemouth to Oban by train
| First train | 06:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:45 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Oban | |
| Journey time | From 11h 59m | |
| Distance | 420 miles (675 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Oban in 11 hours 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Oban? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 16 hours 55 minutes to travel the 420 miles (675 km) from Bournemouth to Oban by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to Oban. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Oban in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Oban by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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