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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Oban is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Quarrelton Road and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Stop 3 Central Road and Glasgow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Oban. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Oban?

The distance between Johnstone and Oban is 97 miles. The road distance is 92.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Johnstone to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Oban bus from?

Johnstone to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Glasgow Airport station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Johnstone to Oban?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Oban is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Johnstone to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Johnstone to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Johnstone to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Oban is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Johnstone to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Airport to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
4h 6m
£37–51
Drive 91.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Johnstone to Obancar 91.6 mi
1h 52m
£23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
4h 25m
£46–94
Bus via Buchanan Street
1. Take the bus from Tannahill Crescent to Bath Streetbus 38A / ...
2. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Bus Stationbus 976
5h 28m
£23–44

Johnstone to Oban by bus

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 96.1 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Ember operates a bus from Glasgow Airport to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £10–16 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban 5 times a day. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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