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

The cheapest way to get from Oban to Penrith is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oban to Penrith is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Oban and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Oban to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Corran Halls Car Park and arriving at Penrith via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Oban and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Oban to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Oban and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Dalmuir and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Oban to Penrith?

The distance between Oban and Penrith is 215 miles. The road distance is 206 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oban to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £80 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Oban to Penrith bus from?

Oban to Penrith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Corran Halls Car Park station.

Where do I catch the Oban to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Oban to Penrith?

The best way to get from Oban to Penrith is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Oban to Penrith bus arrive?

Oban to Penrith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Oban to Penrith train arrive?

Oban to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmuir station.

Can I drive from Oban to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Oban to Penrith is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Oban to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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There are 3 ways to get from Oban to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oban to Dalmuirtrain Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
5h 14m
£82–151
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Corran Halls Car Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 976
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus Ukn31
6h 38m
£25–38
Drive 204.8 mi
1. Drive from Oban to Penrithcar 204.8 mi
3h 51m
£50–72

Oban to Penrith by train

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.5 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Oban to Penrith North Lakes via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Corran Halls Car Park to Penrith via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow in around 6h 38m.

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