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 which costs £13 - £26 and takes 2h.

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 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 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 Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Balloch to Oban Station?

The distance between Balloch and Oban Station is 73 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 which takes 2h and costs £13 - £26.

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

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

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 Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Balloch to Oban Station?

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

Where does the Balloch to Oban Station bus arrive?

Balloch to Oban Station bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Oban Bus 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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There are 3 ways to get from Balloch to Oban Station by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Balloch to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
2h
£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 to Oban Stationcar 73.8 mi
1h 31m
£19–27

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Distance: 72.8 mi
Duration: 2h

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