What is the cheapest way to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban?

The fastest way to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between South Lanarkshire and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from South Lanarkshire to Oban. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Corran Halls via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between South Lanarkshire and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from South Lanarkshire to Oban. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Oban via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from South Lanarkshire to Oban?

The distance between South Lanarkshire and Oban is 130 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

How do I travel from South Lanarkshire to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban without a car is to line 253 bus and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Lanarkshire to Oban bus from?

South Lanarkshire to Oban bus services, operated by Whitelaws Coaches, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the South Lanarkshire to Oban train from?

South Lanarkshire to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Hamilton Central station.

Train or bus from South Lanarkshire to Oban?

The best way to get from South Lanarkshire to Oban is to line 253 bus and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Hamilton Central, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the South Lanarkshire to Oban bus arrive?

South Lanarkshire to Oban bus services, operated by Whitelaws Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the South Lanarkshire to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Lanarkshire to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lanarkshire to Oban is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from South Lanarkshire to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 576+ hotels available in Oban.

South Lanarkshire to Oban - 5 ways to travel via train, line 253 bus, and bus

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

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Line 253 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Bus Stationbus 253
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Corran Hallsbus Ember
5h 5m
Drive 121.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Lanarkshire to Obancar 121.2 mi
2h 32m
£30–43
Train via Hamilton Central
1. Take the train from Hamilton Central to Dalmuirtrain Larkhall - Dalmuir / ...
2. Take the train from Dalmuir to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
5h 47m
£43–85
Train
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow Centraltrain Lanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Dalmuir to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
5h 50m
£51–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
5h 57m

South Lanarkshire to Oban by bus and train

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5h 47mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.6 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Railway Road to Corran Halls via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Oban via Bus Station, Hamilton Central, and Dalmuir in around 5h 47m.

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