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Trains from Oban (OBN) to Skipton (SKI)

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5

train journeys
per day

217

miles (350 kms)

7hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 23:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Oban (OBN) to Skipton (SKI)

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Oban and Skipton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oban to Skipton is approximately 217 miles (350 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 44 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Skipton.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oban to Skipton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Oban to Skipton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:17
    8 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    Oban
    Skipton
    Oban to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:57
    7 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    16:55
    Oban
    Skipton
    Oban to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    8 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    20:27
    Oban
    Skipton
    Oban to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:41
    7 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Oban
    Skipton
    Oban to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:39
    11 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    08:02
    Oban
    Skipton
    Oban to Skipton

About Oban Station

Station name Oban (OBN)
Address Oban station, Railway Pier, Oban, Argyll & Bute, PA34 4LW
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:36
Saturday 05:00 - 20:36
Sunday 10:45 - 18:11
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Skipton Station

Station name Skipton (SKI)
Address Skipton station, Broughton Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1RT
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:20
Saturday 05:50 - 18:20
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Oban and Skipton

The travel time between Oban and Skipton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oban and Skipton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:32.

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Amenities on trains between Oban and Skipton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Oban & Skipton. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Skipton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Oban and Skipton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.