The average train between Oban and Kettering takes 14h 30m and the fastest train takes 10h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Kettering. 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 Kettering. 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 Kettering at 11:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 14h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Oban to Kettering? 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 Kettering. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Kettering station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 30m.
Oban to Kettering train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Kettering train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kettering station.
Book your Oban to Kettering train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Oban and Kettering is 541.9 km. The road distance is 711 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Kettering via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Crewe, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 10h 32m.