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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Oban is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Bus Station via Overgate and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ballater and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Ballater to Oban. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Ballater to Oban?

The distance between Ballater and Oban is 250 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 8h 2m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Ballater to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Oban bus from?

Ballater to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Ballater station.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballater to Oban?

The best way to get from Ballater to Oban is to bus which takes 8h 2m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £170 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Ballater to Oban bus arrive?

Ballater to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Where does the Ballater to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Oban is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Ballater to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 552+ hotels available in Oban.

Ballater to Oban - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBallater to Oban

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Oban by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
8h 2m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain
8h 13m
£74–128
Drive 145.2 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Obancar 145.2 mi
2h 57m
£37–53
Bus via Dunblane
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Police Stationbus M8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
8h 17m
£34–63
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
9h 31m
£99–164

Ballater to Oban by bus and train

14Weekly Services

8h 13mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Ballater to Oban.

Launch map view

Distance: 248.8 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Bus Station via Dundee South Marketgait, Overgate, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Golf Road to Oban via Mount Street, Music Hall, Aberdeen, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 9h 31m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.