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Trains from Oban (OBN) to Porthmadog (PTM)

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3

train journeys
per day

246

miles (397 kms)

15hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Oban (OBN) to Porthmadog (PTM)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Oban and Porthmadog , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oban to Porthmadog is approximately 246 miles (397 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 17hrs 18 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Porthmadog.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oban to Porthmadog. The fastest journey time on this route takes 15hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Oban to Porthmadog Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:11
    15 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Oban
    Porthmadog
    Oban to Porthmadog
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:05
    18 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:51
    Oban
    Porthmadog
    Oban to Porthmadog
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:31
    17 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:56
    Oban
    Porthmadog
    Oban to Porthmadog

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 Porthmadog Station

Station name Porthmadog (PTM)
Address Porthmadog station, High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9HT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Oban and Porthmadog

The travel time between Oban and Porthmadog by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 17hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 15hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oban and Porthmadog vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 3 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 Porthmadog 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 & Porthmadog. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Porthmadog.

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