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

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Oban is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arbroath to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Arbroath and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Arbroath to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Arbroath Burnside Drive and arriving at Bus Station via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Arbroath and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Oban. However, there are services departing from Arbroath and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Oban?

The distance between Arbroath and Oban is 157 miles. The road distance is 133.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arbroath to Oban without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 59m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Arbroath to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Oban bus from?

Arbroath to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Oban train from?

Arbroath to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.

Train or bus from Arbroath to Oban?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Oban is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Arbroath to Oban bus arrive?

Arbroath to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Arbroath to Oban train arrive?

Arbroath to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Arbroath to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Arbroath to Oban is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Arbroath to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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Arbroath to Oban - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arbroath to Oban by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
4h 59m
£43–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
7h 7m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
5h 55m
£74–122
Drive 132.5 mi
1. Drive from Arbroath to Obancar 132.5 mi
2h 43m
£33–48

Arbroath to Oban by train and bus

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Arbroath to Oban via Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arbroath Burnside Drive to Bus Station via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 7m.

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