What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central to Oban is to bus which costs £11 - £16 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Central to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Central to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Central and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow Central and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Oban. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Glasgow Central to Oban?

The distance between Glasgow Central and Oban is 95 miles. The road distance is 91.9 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow Central to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow Central to Oban without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Central to Oban?

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Central to Oban bus from?

Glasgow Central to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Central to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow Central to Oban?

The best way to get from Glasgow Central to Oban is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Glasgow Central to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow Central to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow Central to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Central to Oban is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Glasgow Central to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow Central to Oban?

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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There are 3 ways to get from Glasgow Central 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
3h 16m
£40–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
3h 16m
£11–16
Drive 91.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Central to Obancar 91.3 mi
1h 59m
£23–33

Glasgow Central to Oban by foot and train

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Distance: 94.9 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban 5 times a day. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Ember also services this route 4 times a day.

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