Rome2Rio

How to get fromOban to Balfronby train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Balfron

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Oban to Dalmuirtrain train Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
    4h 18m
    £41–78

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Corran Halls Car Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus bus 976
    2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lomond Terracebus bus X10 / ...
    4h 43m
    £16–22

  3. Drive 86.4 mi

    1. Drive from Oban to Balfroncar car 86.4 mi
    1h 51m
    £21–31

  4. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Oban to Maryhilltrain train Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
    2. Take the bus from Kirn Street to Lomond Terracebus bus X10 / ...
    4h 20m
    £43–77

Oban to Balfron by train and bus

Calendar21Weekly Services
Duration4h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket£41Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Oban to Balfron.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 105 mi
  • Duration: 4h 18m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Oban to Dalmuir 3 times a day. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Corran Halls Car Park to Lomond Terrace via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 43m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

More Questions & Answers