The average train between Bath and Oban takes 13h 8m and the fastest train takes 10h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Bath 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 Bath and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bath is at 5:25 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 13h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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15h 56m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bath 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 Bath to Oban. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Oban station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 8m.
Bath to Oban train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Oban train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Oban station.
Book your Bath to Oban train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bath and Oban is 596.3 km. The road distance is 787 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to Oban via Bristol Temple Meads, Stafford, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 11h 59m.