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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Oban is to bus via Bus Station which costs £27 - £40 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Oban is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Oban. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Corran Halls via Bus Station, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbria and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbria to Oban. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Oban?

The distance between Cumbria and Oban is 223 miles. The road distance is 214.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Oban without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Cumbria to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Oban bus from?

Cumbria to Oban bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Oban train from?

Cumbria to Oban train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Oban?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Oban is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Cumbria to Oban bus arrive?

Cumbria to Oban bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cumbria to Oban train arrive?

Cumbria to Oban train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Oban is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Cumbria to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 579+ hotels available in Oban.

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

How to get fromCumbria to Oban

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
6h 36m
£84–164
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
8h 16m
£27–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Corran Hallsbus Ember
8h 12m
£35–68
Drive 213.1 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Obancar 213.1 mi
3h 58m
£52–75

Cumbria to Oban by bus and train

38Weekly Services

6h 36mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Brackenrigg Inn to Oban via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Glasgow Central, Waterloo Street, George Square, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Longthwaite road end to Corran Halls via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 8h 12m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.