The average train between Oban and Machynlleth takes 13h 40m and the fastest train takes 9h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Machynlleth. 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 Machynlleth. 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 Machynlleth at 11:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 13h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Oban to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 40m.
Oban to Machynlleth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Machynlleth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Oban to Machynlleth train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Oban and Machynlleth is 438 km. The road distance is 690 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Machynlleth via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 10h 48m.
