The average train between Oban and Ormskirk takes 8h 10m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Ormskirk. 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 twice daily between Oban and Ormskirk. 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 Ormskirk at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 8h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Oban to Ormskirk? 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 Ormskirk. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Ormskirk station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.
Oban to Ormskirk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Ormskirk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Oban to Ormskirk train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Oban and Ormskirk is 357.3 km. The road distance is 484 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Ormskirk via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 22m.