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Trains from Oban (OBN) to Balham (BAL)

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6

train journeys
per day

406

miles (653 kms)

9hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Oban (OBN) to Balham (BAL)

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On a typical weekday there are 6 scheduled rail journeys between Oban and Balham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oban to Balham is approximately 406 miles (653 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 57 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Balham.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oban to Balham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Oban to Balham Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:11
    10 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    15:15
    Oban
    Balham
    Oban to Balham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:50
    9 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    18:15
    Oban
    Balham
    Oban to Balham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:07
    10 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    22:15
    Oban
    Balham
    Oban to Balham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:47
    9 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    00:30
    Oban
    Balham
    Oban to Balham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:05
    13 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    07:41
    Oban
    Balham
    Oban to Balham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:31
    12 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    10:19
    Oban
    Balham
    Oban to Balham

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 Balham Station

Station name Balham (BAL)
Address Balham station, Balham Station Road, Balham, London, SW12 9SG
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 21:30
Saturday 06:10 - 21:30
Sunday 07:10 - 20:45
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Oban and Balham

The travel time between Oban and Balham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 9hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oban and Balham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 6 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:33.

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Amenities on trains between Oban and Balham 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 & Balham. owever, there are 6 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Balham.

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