What is the cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Castle Douglas to Oban is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Castle Douglas to Oban is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Douglas and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Douglas to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Swimming Pool and arriving at Bus Station via Dumfries station, Stance 2 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Castle Douglas and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Douglas to Oban. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Castle Douglas to Oban?

The distance between Castle Douglas and Oban is 196 miles. The road distance is 172.8 miles.

How do I travel from Castle Douglas to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Oban without a car is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Castle Douglas to Oban?

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Castle Douglas to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castle Douglas to Oban bus from?

Castle Douglas to Oban bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Stance 2 station.

Where do I catch the Castle Douglas to Oban train from?

Castle Douglas to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Castle Douglas to Oban?

The best way to get from Castle Douglas to Oban is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Oban bus arrive?

Castle Douglas to Oban bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Castle Douglas to Oban train arrive?

Castle Douglas to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Castle Douglas to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Douglas to Oban is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Castle Douglas to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 563+ hotels available in Oban.

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There are 4 ways to get from Castle Douglas to Oban by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
7h 36m
£74–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
8h 21m
£34–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Glasgow Centraltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 976
8h 20m
£46–86
Drive 171.8 mi
1. Drive from Castle Douglas to Obancar 171.8 mi
3h 25m
£43–62

Castle Douglas to Oban by bus, train, and foot

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7h 36mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.8 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Oban via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Bus Station via Dumfries station, Stance 5, Stance 2, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 21m.

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