What is the cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Oban is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Alexandria and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Alexandria to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Gilmour Street and arriving at Bus Station via Shopping Centre Entrance, Clydebank station and Anniesland Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Alexandria and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Alexandria to Oban. However, there are services departing from Alexandria and arriving at Oban via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Alexandria to Oban?

The distance between Alexandria and Oban is 84 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

How do I travel from Alexandria to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Oban without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Alexandria to Oban?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Alexandria to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Oban bus from?

Alexandria to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Anniesland Cross station.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Oban train from?

Alexandria to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Alexandria to Oban?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Oban is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Alexandria to Oban bus arrive?

Alexandria to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Alexandria to Oban train arrive?

Alexandria to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oban station.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Oban is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Alexandria to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Alexandria to Oban?

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Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 539+ hotels available in Oban.

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There are 3 ways to get from Alexandria to Oban by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
3h 42m
£31–57
Drive 74.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alexandria to Obancar 74.2 mi
1h 32m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 976
5h 3m
£24–48

Alexandria to Oban by train

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Alexandria, Scotland and Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Oban once daily. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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