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

The cheapest way to get from Annan to Oban is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Annan to Oban is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Annan and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Annan to Oban. However, there are services departing from Stance 3 and arriving at Corran Halls via Stance 2 and Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Annan and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Annan to Oban. However, there are services departing from Annan and arriving at Oban via Carlisle and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Annan to Oban?

The distance between Annan and Oban is 215 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Annan to Oban without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 11m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Annan to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annan to Oban bus from?

Annan to Oban bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Stance 2 station.

Where do I catch the Annan to Oban train from?

Annan to Oban train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Annan to Oban?

The best way to get from Annan to Oban is to train via Carlisle which takes 6h 11m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Annan to Oban bus arrive?

Annan to Oban bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Annan to Oban train arrive?

Annan to Oban train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Annan to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Annan to Oban is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Annan to Oban.

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
6h 11m
£65–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Corran Hallsbus Ember
7h 15m
£34–46
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from Annan to Obancar 172.5 mi
3h 18m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Annan to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
6h 24m
£73–122
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
7h 22m
£34–46

Annan to Oban by train and foot

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6h 11mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.4 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Annan to Oban via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 3 to Corran Halls via Stance 2, Buchanan Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 7h 15m.

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