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

The cheapest way to get from Tarbert to Oban is to bus which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarbert to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Tarbert and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Tarbert to Oban. However, there are services departing from Bus Terminal and arriving at Lochavullin Car Park via Lochnell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct ferry between Tarbert and Oban?

No, there is no direct ferry from Tarbert to Oban. However, there are services departing from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal and arriving at Oban Ferry Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Tarbert to Oban?

The distance between Tarbert and Oban is 54 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tarbert to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs £7 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Tarbert to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tarbert to Oban bus from?

Tarbert to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Tarbert to Oban bus arrive?

Tarbert to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Lochnell Street station.

Can I drive from Tarbert to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarbert to Oban is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Tarbert to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 577+ hotels available in Oban.

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There are 4 ways to get from Tarbert to Oban by bus, ferry, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Lochnell Streetbus 926
2. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Lochavullin Car Parkbus 423 / ...
2h 48m
£8–13
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
7h 29m
£15–132
Drive 49.9 mi
1. Drive from Tarbert to Obancar 49.9 mi
1h 2m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tarbert to Obantaxi 49.9 mi
1h 2m
£100–130

Tarbert to Oban by bus

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.6 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Terminal to Lochavullin Car Park via Lochnell Street in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, Caledonian MacBrayne operates a ferry from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal 4 times a week. Tickets cost £14–130 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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