The average train between Bath and Oban takes 14h 22m and the fastest train takes 10h 16m. 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 4 times a day between Bath and Oban. The earliest departure is at 9:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bath is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 14h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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18h 57m • 4 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 Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Oban station via Birmingham New Street station, Warrington Bank Quay station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 22m.
Bath to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
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The distance between Bath and Oban is 596.3 km. The road distance is 752 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to Oban via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 11h 37m.