The average train between Gateshead and Oban takes 7h 45m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Gateshead 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 every 4 hours between Gateshead and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Gateshead 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 Gateshead to Oban. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Oban station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.
Gateshead to Oban train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Oban train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Oban station.
Book your Gateshead to Oban train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Gateshead and Oban is 291.5 km. The road distance is 425 km.
You can take a train from Newcastle to Oban via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 28m.