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

The cheapest way to get from Montrose to Oban is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montrose to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Montrose and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Montrose to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Montrose High Street and arriving at Bus Station via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Montrose and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Montrose to Oban. However, there are services departing from Montrose and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Montrose to Oban?

The distance between Montrose and Oban is 171 miles. The road distance is 141.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Montrose to Oban without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 14m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Montrose to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Oban bus from?

Montrose to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Montrose High Street station.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Montrose to Oban?

The best way to get from Montrose to Oban is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Montrose to Oban bus arrive?

Montrose to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where does the Montrose to Oban train arrive?

Montrose to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Montrose to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Montrose to Oban is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Montrose to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Montrose to Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
5h 14m
£48–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Montrose High Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
7h 31m
£27–40
Train
1. Take the train from Montrose to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
6h 10m
£79–131
Drive 140.3 mi
1. Drive from Montrose to Obancar 140.3 mi
2h 59m
£35–50

Montrose to Oban by train and bus

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5h 14mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Montrose to Oban via Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montrose High Street to Bus Station via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 31m.

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