What is the cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Oban Station?

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Oban Station is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Oban Station?

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Oban Station is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Oban Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Oban Station station. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Bus Station via Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Oban Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Oban. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Oban Station?

The distance between Dumbarton and Oban Station is 81 miles. The road distance is 78 miles.

How do I travel from Dumbarton to Oban Station without a car?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Oban Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

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

The train from Dumbarton Central to Oban takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Oban Station bus from?

Dumbarton to Oban Station bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Oban Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Oban Station?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Oban Station is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Oban Station bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Oban Station bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Hotel station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Oban Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Oban Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Oban Station is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Dumbarton to Oban Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Dumbarton to Oban Station?

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Where can I stay near Oban Station?

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Dumbarton to Oban Station - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
2h 35m
£30–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Hotelbus 976
2h 57m
£10–18
Drive 77.6 mi
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Oban Stationcar 77.6 mi
1h 36m
£20–29

Dumbarton to Oban Station by train

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Distance: 80.1 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Oban once daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Barloan Toll to Hotel every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–26 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Ember also services this route 4 times a day.

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