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Oban to Nottingham by train

First train

04:11

Last train

20:31

Departure station

Oban

Arrival station

Nottingham

Journey time

From 9h 10m

Distance

295 miles (475 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

Take the train from Oban to Nottingham in 9 hours 10 minutes

If you want to travel from Oban to Nottingham by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Oban to Nottingham by train to take around 12 hours 36 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 9 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 7 trains per day running on this route, which spans 295 miles (475 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Nottingham. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Oban to Nottingham are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Oban to Nottingham

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

How do you get to Nottingham from Oban?

To travel to Nottingham from Oban, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 12 hours and 36 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 9 hours and 10 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Oban to Nottingham?

Trains from Oban to Nottingham take an average of 12 hours and 36 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours and 10 minutes. You'll usually find 7 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 Oban and Nottingham by train?

The quickest journey time between Oban and Nottingham by train is 9 hours and 10 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Oban to Nottingham?

No, there are no direct trains running from Oban to Nottingham, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Oban to Nottingham

Book in advance

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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 Oban to Nottingham 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.

Split your tickets

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

† 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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