The average train between Kettering and Oban takes 13h 52m and the fastest train takes 9h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Kettering 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 Kettering and Oban. The earliest departure is at 9:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kettering is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Leicester and take an average of 13h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Kettering 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 Kettering to Oban. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Oban station via Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 52m.
Kettering to Oban train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Kettering to Oban train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Kettering to Oban train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Kettering and Oban is 541.9 km. The road distance is 710 km.
You can take a train from Kettering to Oban via Leicester, Nuneaton, Crewe, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Dalmuir in around 11h 11m.