The average train between Carnforth and Oban takes 7h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Carnforth 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 Carnforth and Oban. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 9:38 PM which arrives into Oban at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 7h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carnforth 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 Carnforth to Oban. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.
Carnforth to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.
Carnforth to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Carnforth to Oban train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Carnforth and Oban is 306.6 km. The road distance is 436 km.
You can take a train from Carnforth to Oban via Lancaster, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 48m.