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Outbound fromHarwich to Oban by train
It takes an average of 11h 52m to travel from Harwich to Oban by train, over a distance of around 412 miles (663 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Harwich to Oban and tickets for this journey start from £106.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 06:50 | |
| Departure station | Harwich | |
| Arrival station | Oban | |
| Journey time | From 11h 52m | |
| Distance | 412 miles (663 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 4 changes | |
| Price | From £106.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, ScotRail, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Harwich to Oban by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Harwich to Oban? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Harwich and Oban, which usually take 11 hours 52 minutes to complete the 412 miles (663 km) journey. It can take as little as 11 hours 52 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Oban by train, you'll just need to make 4 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or Greater Anglia are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Harwich to Oban start from £106.40 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Oban? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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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 Harwich to Oban is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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