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Trains from Colchester Town to Oban

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Trains to Oban from Colchester Town

First train

08:35

Last train

21:44

Departure stationColchester Town
Arrival stationOban
Journey time

From 9h 54m

Distance

405 miles (652 km)

Frequency

8 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Greater Anglia, ScotRail

What are the train times from Colchester Town to Oban?

Check out the next trains departing from Colchester Town to Oban for Tuesday 3rd November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:3519:3810h 3m, 4 changes
09:4419:389h 54m, 5 changes
10:3521:2710h 52m, 4 changes
10:4421:2710h 43m, 5 changes
17:3008:3515h 5m, 4 changes
21:3511:2713h 52m, 4 changes
21:4411:2713h 43m, 5 changes
22:4415:2816h 44m, 5 changes

Trains to Oban from Colchester Town

Want to travel from Colchester Town to Oban by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 12 hours 37 minutes to travel from Colchester Town to Oban by train. You'll find on average 8 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Oban by train; you'll need to make 4 changes.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and Greater Anglia trains run on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Colchester Town to Oban?

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

How do you get to Oban from Colchester Town?

To travel to Oban from Colchester Town, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 12 hours and 37 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 9 hours and 54 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Colchester Town to Oban?

Trains from Colchester Town to Oban take an average of 12 hours and 37 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours and 54 minutes. You'll usually find 8 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Colchester Town and Oban by train?

The quickest journey time between Colchester Town and Oban by train is 9 hours and 54 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Colchester Town to Oban?

No, there are no direct trains running from Colchester Town to Oban, you’ll usually need to make at least 4 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Colchester Town to Oban?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Colchester Town to Oban is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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