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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Oban is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Stn and arriving at Oban Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Oban. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Oban?

The distance between Glasgow and Oban is 99 miles. The road distance is 91.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £18 - £35.

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

The bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Oban Bus Station takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Oban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Oban?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Oban is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Glasgow to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Oban is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Glasgow to Oban.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Oban?

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

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1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
2h 46m
£18–35
- 7:40 PM – 10:12 PM
  bus 2h 32m • Direct
  £8–11
- 6:40 AM – 9:25 AM
  bus 2h 45m • Direct
  £8–11
- 8:20 AM – 11:23 AM
  bus 3h 3m • Direct
  £11–21
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
3h 6m
£35–60
Drive 90.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Obancar 90.9 mi
1h 57m
£23–33
Bus via Anniesland Cross
1. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 976
4h 6m
£20–40

Glasgow to Oban by bus

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 98.7 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

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. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban once daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 3h 6m.

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