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

The cheapest way to get from Lochaline to Oban is to bus which costs £11 - £16 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lochaline to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Lochaline and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Lochaline to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Pier and arriving at Bus Station via Birchbrae Lodges Road End. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct ferry between Lochaline and Oban?

No, there is no direct ferry from Lochaline to Oban. However, there are services departing from Lochaline Ferry Terminal and arriving at Oban Ferry Terminal via Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Lochaline to Oban?

The distance between Lochaline and Oban is 72 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lochaline to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs £11 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Lochaline to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lochaline to Oban bus from?

Lochaline to Oban bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Pier station.

Where does the Lochaline to Oban bus arrive?

Lochaline to Oban bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Slipway station.

Can I drive from Lochaline to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Lochaline to Oban is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Lochaline to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 579+ hotels available in Oban.

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There are 3 ways to get from Lochaline to Oban by bus, ferry, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pier to Slipwaybus 507
2. Take the bus from Birchbrae Lodges Road End to Bus Stationbus 919
3h 1m
£12–15
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lochaline Ferry Terminal to Fishnish Ferry Terminalferry Cm12
2. Take the ferry from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminalferry Cm11
3h 24m
£6–34
Drive 107.3 mi
1. Drive from Lochaline to Obancar 107.3 mi
2h 26m
£27–38

Lochaline to Oban by bus

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3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Pier to Bus Station via Slipway and Birchbrae Lodges Road End in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Lochaline Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal via Fishnish Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, and Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal in around 3h 24m.

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