The average train between Oban and York takes 8h 13m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to York. 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 4 times a day between Oban and York. 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 York at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 8h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oban to York? 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 York. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at York station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.
Oban to York train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to York train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Oban to York train tickets online with ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Oban and York is 390.2 km. The road distance is 553 km.
You can take a train from Oban to York via Glasgow Queen Street and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 38m.