The average train between Lowestoft and Oban takes 15h 1m and the fastest train takes 11h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lowestoft is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Oban at 3:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 15h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft to Oban. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft station and arriving at Oban station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 1m.
Lowestoft to Oban train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Norwich station.
Lowestoft to Oban train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Oban station.
Book your Lowestoft to Oban train tickets online with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railways and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lowestoft and Oban is 639.9 km. The road distance is 905 km.
You can take a train from Lowestoft to Oban via Norwich, Peterborough, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 12h 37m.