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

The cheapest way to get from Montrose to Oban is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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 £35 - £55.

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 Co-op and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

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 11m.

How far is it from Montrose to Oban?

The distance between Montrose and Oban is 208 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 which takes 6h 11m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m 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 Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Co-op 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 11m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Montrose to Oban bus arrive?

Montrose to Oban bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Seagate Bus 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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There are 4 ways to get from Montrose to Oban by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
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 11m
£79–130
Drive 140.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Montrose to Obancar 140.3 mi
2h 59m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Seagate Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Oban Bus Stationbus
6h 51m
£37–73
Bus via Cupar
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Seagate Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Oban Bus Stationbus
8h 43m
£43–70

Montrose to Oban by train

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.6 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Co-op to Oban Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 6h 51m.

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