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How to get fromBalloch to Tobermoryby bus, ferry, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Balloch to Tobermory by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry via Corran Ferry Junction

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    1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Corran Ferry Junctionbus bus 915
    2. Take the bus from Slipway to Pierbus bus 507
    3. Take the ferry from Lochaline Ferry Terminal to Fishnish Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    6h 36m
    £19–36

  2. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Ardlui to Obantrain train Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
    2. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Craignure Mull Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm11
    6h 48m
    £33–74

  3. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Lochfyne Oyster Barbus bus 926 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Lochfyne Oyster Bar to Bus Stationbus bus 976
    3. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Craignure Mull Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    6h 49m
    £21–54

Balloch to Tobermory by bus and ferry

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration6h 36mAverage Duration
Ticket£19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 130.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 36m

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

There is no direct connection from Balloch to Tobermory. However, you can take the bus to Corran Ferry Junction, walk to Slipway, take the bus to Pier, walk to Lochaline Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Fishnish Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry Terminal, then take the line 495 bus to Argyll Terrace. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Ledaig Car Park via Hotel, Ardlui, Oban, Oban Ferry Terminal, Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal, and Ferry Terminal in around 6h 48m.

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