The average train between Basingstoke and Oban takes 14h 5m and the fastest train takes 10h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basingstoke is at 4:49 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 14h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke to Oban. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke station and arriving at Oban station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.
Basingstoke to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.
Basingstoke to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Basingstoke to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Basingstoke and Oban is 640.9 km. The road distance is 806 km.
You can take a train from Basingstoke to Oban via Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Dalmuir in around 11h 30m.