The average train between Chester and Oban takes 11h 50m and the fastest train takes 7h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester 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 5 times a day between Chester and Oban. The earliest departure is at 12:26 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 11h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chester 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 Chester to Oban. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.
Chester to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.
Chester to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Chester to Oban train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Oban is 394.9 km. The road distance is 530 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Oban via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Dalmuir in around 8h 5m.