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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Oban is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Oban. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Corran Halls via Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Oban. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Oban via Crianlarich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Oban?

The distance between Mallaig and Oban is 89 miles. The road distance is 86.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs £12 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Mallaig to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Oban bus from?

Mallaig to Oban bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Oban?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Oban is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs £12 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Mallaig to Oban bus arrive?

Mallaig to Oban bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mallaig to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Oban is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Mallaig to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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There are 5 ways to get from Mallaig to Oban by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Corran Hallsbus Ember
3h 35m
£13–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Fort Williamtrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Corran Hallsbus Ember
3h 45m
£50–263
Drive 85.8 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Obancar 85.8 mi
1h 53m
£22–31
Train, bus via Highland Theatre
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Fort Williamtrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Highland Theatrebus 918
3h 57m
£49–262
Train
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Crianlarichtrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Crianlarich to Obantrain Crianlarich - Oban / ...
5h 28m
£53–87

Mallaig to Oban by bus

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Distance: 88.2 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Corran Halls via Fort William Bus Station in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mallaig to Oban via Crianlarich in around 5h 28m.

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