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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Oban takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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.

4h 56m
Duration
141 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Oban train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 11:46 PM which arrives into Oban at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 141 mi
  • Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oban via Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 55m.

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