What is the cheapest way to get from Balloch Station to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Balloch Station to Oban is to bus which costs £13 - £26 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balloch Station to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Balloch Station to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch Station and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balloch and arriving at Oban Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Balloch Station and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch Station to Oban. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Oban via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Balloch Station to Oban?

The distance between Balloch Station and Oban is 74 miles. The road distance is 74.2 miles.

How do I travel from Balloch Station to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Balloch Station to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £13 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Balloch Station to Oban?

The bus from Balloch to Oban Bus Station takes 2h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Balloch Station to Oban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balloch Station to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch Station to Oban?

The best way to get from Balloch Station to Oban is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Balloch Station to Oban bus arrive?

Balloch Station to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Oban Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch Station to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balloch Station to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch Station to Oban is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Balloch Station to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Balloch Station to Oban?

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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

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1. Take the bus from Balloch to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
2h 19m
£13–26
Train
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
3h 44m
£32–53
Drive 73.8 mi
1. Drive from Balloch Station to Obancar 73.8 mi
1h 31m
£19–27

Balloch Station to Oban by foot and bus

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Distance: 73.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Ember operates a bus from Balloch to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 2h. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Oban once daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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