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How to get fromMallaig to Lochgilpheadby train, taxi, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mallaig to Lochgilphead by train, taxi, bus, or car

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Mallaig to Arrochar & Tarbettrain train Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
    2. Take the taxi from Arrochar & Tarbet to Lochgilpheadtaxi taxi
    4h 57m
    £139–191

  2. Drive  120.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Mallaig to Lochgilpheadcar car 120.6 mi
    2h 34m
    £30–43

  3. Train, bus via Fort William

    1. Take the train from Mallaig to Fort Williamtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Oban Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lochnell Streetbus bus 423 / ...
    6h 8m
    £54–269

  4. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Mallaig to Ardluitrain train Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
    2. Take the bus from Tarbet Hotel to Lochnell Streetbus bus 926
    7h 9m
    £54–91

Mallaig to Lochgilphead by train and bus

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration6h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket£54Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 160.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Scotland and Lochgilphead, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Mallaig to Lochgilphead. However, you can take the train to Arrochar & Tarbet then take the taxi to Lochgilphead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mallaig to Lochnell Street via Fort William, Fort William Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 8m.

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