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Stowmarket to Oban by train

First train

07:10

Last train

19:13

Departure station

Stowmarket

Arrival station

Oban

Journey time

From 11h 14m

Distance

391 miles (629 km)

Frequency

6 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Stowmarket to Oban by train

Looking to travel from Stowmarket to Oban by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 14 hours 7 minutes to travel from Stowmarket to Oban by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 11 hours 14 minutes though. You'll usually find 6 trains per day running along the 391 miles (629 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Oban, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or Greater Anglia to get to Oban. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Stowmarket to Oban in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Stowmarket to Oban? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Stowmarket to Oban take?

The average journey time by train between Stowmarket and Oban is 14 hours and 7 minutes, with around 6 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Stowmarket and Oban by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Stowmarket to Oban is 11 hours and 14 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Stowmarket to Oban?

No, there are no direct train services from Stowmarket to Oban. Travelling from Stowmarket to Oban by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Stowmarket to Oban leave?

The first train from Stowmarket to Oban leaves at 07:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Stowmarket to Oban leave?

The last train from Stowmarket to Oban leaves at 19:13. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Stowmarket and Oban by train?

Trains travelling from Stowmarket to Oban cover a distance of around 391 miles (629 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Stowmarket to Oban

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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