The average train between Forres and Oban takes 11h 13m and the fastest train takes 7h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Forres 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 Forres and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Forres is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 11h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Forres 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 Forres to Oban. However, there are services departing from Forres station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.
Forres to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Forres to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Forres to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Forres and Oban is 174.1 km. The road distance is 478 km.
You can take a train from Forres to Oban via Inverness and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 17m.