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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Oban Station is to bus via Corran Halls which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 12m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Oban Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balloch and arriving at Corran Halls. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Oban Station?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Oban Station. 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 to Oban Station?

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

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Oban Station without a car is to bus via Corran Halls which takes 2h 12m and costs £9 - £14.

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

The bus from Balloch to Corran Halls takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Oban Station?

The best way to get from Balloch to Oban Station is to bus via Corran Halls which takes 2h 12m and costs £9 - £14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Balloch to Oban Station bus arrive?

Balloch to Oban Station bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Corran Halls station.

Where does the Balloch to Oban Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balloch to Oban Station?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Oban Station?

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

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

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Bus via Corran Halls
best
1. Take the bus from Balloch to Corran Hallsbus Ember
2h 12m
£9–14
Train
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
4h 6m
£34–62
Drive 73.8 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Oban Stationcar 73.8 mi
1h 31m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Bus Stationbus 976
2h 18m
£10–14

Balloch to Oban Station by bus and foot

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Distance: 73.8 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Oban Station, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Balloch to Corran Halls 4 times a day. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Dalmuir to Oban twice daily. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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