The average train between Oban and Exeter takes 15h 8m and the fastest train takes 10h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Exeter. 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 3 times a day between Oban and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Exeter at 11:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 15h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Oban to Exeter? 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 Exeter. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Exeter station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 8m.
Oban to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Exeter train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.
Book your Oban to Exeter train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Oban and Exeter is 645.8 km. The road distance is 889 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Exeter St Davids via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 12h 11m.