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Outbound fromGrimsby Town to Oban by train
It takes an average of 13h 46m to travel from Grimsby Town to Oban by train, over a distance of around 290 miles (467 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Grimsby Town to Oban and tickets for this journey start from £99.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:34 | |
| Departure station | Grimsby Town | |
| Arrival station | Oban | |
| Journey time | From 9h 10m | |
| Distance | 290 miles (467 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £99.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Travel from Grimsby Town to Oban by train in 9 hours 10 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Grimsby Town to Oban by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Grimsby Town to Oban by train is 13 hours 46 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours 10 minutes. You'll usually find 5 trains per day travelling the 290 miles (467 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Oban. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail on your way to Oban, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Grimsby Town to Oban start from £99.20 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Oban, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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