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It takes an average of 16h 11m to travel from Axminster to Oban by train, over a distance of around 402 miles (647 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Axminster to Oban and tickets for this journey start from £171.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:05 | |
| Departure station | Axminster | |
| Arrival station | Oban | |
| Journey time | From 12h 24m | |
| Distance | 402 miles (647 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £171.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Axminster to Oban in 12 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Axminster to Oban? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 16 hours 11 minutes to travel the 402 miles (647 km) from Axminster to Oban by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or South Western Railway to Oban. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Axminster to Oban in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £171.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Oban by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Axminster to Oban
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Axminster to Oban is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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