The average train between Retford and Oban takes 11h 44m and the fastest train takes 8h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Retford to Oban. 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 5 times a day between Retford and Oban. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Oban at 1:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 11h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Retford to Oban? 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 Retford to Oban. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Oban station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.
Retford to Oban train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.
Retford to Oban train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Oban station.
Book your Retford to Oban train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail and Hull Trains.
The distance between Retford and Oban is 449.7 km. The road distance is 633 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Oban via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 42m.