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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Oban (OBN)

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4

train journeys
per day

214

miles (345 kms)

7hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

07:26 / 20:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Oban (OBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 4 scheduled rail journeys between Southport and Oban , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southport to Oban is approximately 214 miles (345 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 57 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Oban. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Oban Today

  • Mon 13th May
    07:26
    8 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    15:28
    Southport
    Oban
    Southport to Oban
  • Mon 13th May
    12:32
    7 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    19:42
    Southport
    Oban
    Southport to Oban
  • Mon 13th May
    13:26
    8 hrs 4 changes
    21:26
    Southport
    Oban
    Southport to Oban
  • Mon 13th May
    19:58
    12 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    08:35
    Southport
    Oban
    Southport to Oban

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southport and Oban

The travel time between Southport and Oban by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Oban vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 4 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:37.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southport & Oban. owever, there are 4 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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