The average train between Oban and Manchester takes 9h and the fastest train takes 6h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Manchester. 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 Manchester. 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 Manchester at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Oban to Manchester? 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 Manchester. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Manchester station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.
Oban to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Oban to Manchester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Oban and Manchester is 386.2 km. The road distance is 508 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Manchester Oxford Road via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 7h 3m.