What is the cheapest way to get from Cardross to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Cardross to Oban is to bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardross to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Cardross to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Cardross and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardross to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Smithy Road and arriving at Bus Station via Helensburgh station and Tarbet Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardross and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Cardross to Oban. However, there are services departing from Cardross and arriving at Oban via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Cardross to Oban?

The distance between Cardross and Oban is 84 miles. The road distance is 78.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardross to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Cardross to Oban without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Cardross to Oban?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Cardross to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Oban bus from?

Cardross to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Tarbet Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardross to Oban?

The best way to get from Cardross to Oban is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Cardross to Oban bus arrive?

Cardross to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardross to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardross to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardross to Oban is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Cardross to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardross to Oban?

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
3h 32m
£31–57
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Tarbet Hotel to Bus Stationbus 976
4h 40m
£11–16
Drive 78.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardross to Obancar 78.1 mi
1h 39m
£20–28

Cardross to Oban by train

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Distance: 83.6 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Oban 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Tarbet Hotel to Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Ember also services this route 4 times a day.

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