Oban to Grantham by train
| First train | 04:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:31 | |
| Departure station | Oban | |
| Arrival station | Grantham | |
| Journey time | From 8h 10m | |
| Distance | 310 miles (498 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Oban to Grantham by train
Looking to travel from Oban to Grantham by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 10 hours 28 minutes to travel from Oban to Grantham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 10 minutes though. You'll usually find 8 trains per day running along the 310 miles (498 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Grantham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to get to Grantham. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Oban to Grantham in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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