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It takes an average of 12h 50m to travel from Newport (South Wales) to Oban by train, over a distance of around 348 miles (560 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Newport (South Wales) to Oban and tickets for this journey start from £145.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:41 | |
| Departure station | Newport (South Wales) | |
| Arrival station | Oban | |
| Journey time | From 10h 20m | |
| Distance | 348 miles (560 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £145.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Newport (South Wales) to Oban in 10 hours 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Newport (South Wales) to Oban? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 12 hours 50 minutes to travel the 348 miles (560 km) from Newport (South Wales) to Oban by train, although you can get there in as little as 10 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 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 Transport for Wales 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 Newport (South Wales) to Oban in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £145.50. 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Newport (South Wales) 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.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.