The average train between Cheltenham and Oban takes 13h 7m and the fastest train takes 9h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Oban. The earliest departure is at 10:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 6:12 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 13h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Oban. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Oban station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.
Cheltenham to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Oban train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Cheltenham to Oban train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Cheltenham and Oban is 548.4 km. The road distance is 696 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Oban via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Dalmuir in around 10h 15m.