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 £10 - £14 and takes 2h 37m.

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 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch Station and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.

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 Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Balloch Station to Oban?

The distance between Balloch Station and Oban is 81 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 37m and costs £10 - £14.

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

The bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Bus Station takes 2h 18m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

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

Balloch Station to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dalmuir 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 37m and costs £10 - £14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Balloch Station to Oban bus arrive?

Balloch Station to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at 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 Lower Stoneymollan Road to Bus Stationbus 976
2h 37m
£10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
4h 6m
£40–78
Drive 73.8 mi
1. Drive from Balloch Station to Obancar 73.8 mi
1h 31m
£18–26

Balloch Station to Oban by foot and bus

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Ember also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Dalmuir to Oban 5 times a day. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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