What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Oban is to line 6 bus and bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Oban?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride to Oban station. However, there are services departing from St Brides Church and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Caledonia Aenue and Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Oban. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Oban?

The distance between East Kilbride and Oban is 106 miles. The road distance is 101.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Oban without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Oban?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from East Kilbride to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Oban bus from?

East Kilbride to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Oban train from?

East Kilbride to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Oban?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Oban is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the East Kilbride to Oban bus arrive?

East Kilbride to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Oban Bus Station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Oban is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from East Kilbride to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from East Kilbride to Oban?

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East Kilbride to Oban - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 6 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
4h 48m
£39–67
Line 6 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Anniesland Crossbus 6
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 976
5h 16m
£22–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
4h 51m
£23–43
Drive 101.2 mi
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Obancar 101.2 mi
2h 11m
£26–37

East Kilbride to Oban by train and foot

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.7 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route 4 times a day.

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