The average train between Girvan and Oban takes 8h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Girvan 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 Girvan and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Girvan is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 8h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Girvan 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 Girvan to Oban. However, there are services departing from Girvan station and arriving at Oban station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.
Girvan to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Girvan to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Girvan to Oban train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Girvan and Oban is 136.2 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Girvan to Oban via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Dalmuir in around 5h 55m.