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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Oban is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Irvine and Oban?

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

How far is it from Irvine to Oban?

The distance between Irvine and Oban is 125 miles. The road distance is 110.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Oban without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £45 - £80.

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

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Oban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Irvine to Oban train from?

Irvine to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Oban?

The best way to get from Irvine to Oban is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Irvine to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Irvine to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Irvine to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Oban is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Irvine to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
4h 48m
£46–78
Drive 109.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Irvine to Obancar 109.7 mi
2h 13m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 976
4h 52m
£30–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
5h 6m
£29–50

Irvine to Oban by train and foot

8Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Irvine to Oban via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 48m. 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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