The average train between Oban and Aberystwyth takes 13h 46m and the fastest train takes 10h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Aberystwyth. 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 Oban and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 12:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 13h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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18h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Oban to Aberystwyth? 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 Oban to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Glasgow Queen Street station, Crewe station and Shrewsbury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 46m.
Oban to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
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The distance between Oban and Aberystwyth is 453.8 km. The road distance is 662 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Aberystwyth via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 11h 30m.