The average train between Runcorn and Oban takes 9h 24m and the fastest train takes 7h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Runcorn 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 4 times a day between Runcorn and Oban. The earliest departure is at 8:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Oban at 11:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Lime Street and take an average of 9h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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12h 25m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Runcorn 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 Runcorn to Oban. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Oban station via Preston station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.
Runcorn to Oban train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.
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The distance between Runcorn and Oban is 384.1 km. The road distance is 497 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Oban via Liverpool Lime Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 43m.