Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Oban to Southampton

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Avanti West Coast
Caledonian Sleeper

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Oban to Southampton

Trains to Southampton from Oban

First train

04:17

Last train

20:40

Departure stationOban
Arrival stationSouthampton
Journey time

From 10h 14m

Distance

415 miles (668 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, South Western Railway

What are the train times from Oban to Southampton?

Check out the next trains departing from Oban to Southampton for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
05:1716:2111h 4m, 4 changes
05:1717:4312h 26m, 3 changes
08:5619:1810h 22m, 4 changes
12:1123:5211h 41m, 4 changes
14:4106:4516h 4m, 7 changes
14:4107:0016h 19m, 3 changes
18:1109:2215h 11m, 4 changes
20:3909:4313h 4m, 2 changes
20:3911:2214h 43m, 4 changes

Travelling from Oban to Southampton by train

If you're planning to travel from Oban to Southampton, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Oban to Southampton takes around 12 hours 59 minutes. There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Oban to Southampton.

You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Southampton, as there are no direct trains.

Trains on this route are operated by Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, Lumo and ScotRail.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Oban to Southampton?

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

How do you travel to Southampton from Oban?

To get to Southampton from Oban, why not take the train? With 12 trains per day and an average journey time of 12 hours and 59 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Oban to Southampton by train?

On average, it takes around 12 hours and 59 minutes to travel from Oban to Southampton by train, although you can get there in 10 hours and 14 minutes on the fastest services. With 12 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Oban to Southampton?

The fastest time a train can travel the 415 miles (668 km) from Oban to Southampton is 10 hours and 14 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Oban to Southampton?

There are no direct trains that run between Oban and Southampton. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Oban to Southampton?

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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Oban to Southampton is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link