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It takes an average of 11h 25m to travel from Harrogate to Oban by train, over a distance of around 228 miles (367 km). There are normally 14 trains per day travelling from Harrogate to Oban and tickets for this journey start from £86.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:19 | |
| Departure station | Harrogate | |
| Arrival station | Oban | |
| Journey time | From 7h 52m | |
| Distance | 228 miles (367 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £86.40 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Harrogate to Oban in 7 hours 52 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Harrogate to Oban? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 25 minutes to travel the 228 miles (367 km) from Harrogate to Oban by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 52 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains 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 London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo 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 Harrogate to Oban in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £86.40. 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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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.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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