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

The cheapest way to get from Tarbet to Oban is to bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarbet to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Tarbet and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tarbet and arriving at Oban Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Tarbet and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arrochar & Tarbet and arriving at Oban. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Tarbet to Oban?

The distance between Tarbet and Oban is 57 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tarbet to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 1h 39m and costs £10 - £21.

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

The bus from Tarbet to Oban Bus Station takes 1h 39m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tarbet to Oban bus from?

Tarbet to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Tarbet station.

Where do I catch the Tarbet to Oban train from?

Tarbet to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arrochar & Tarbet station.

Train or bus from Tarbet to Oban?

The best way to get from Tarbet to Oban is to bus which takes 1h 39m and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Tarbet to Oban bus arrive?

Tarbet to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Oban Bus Station.

Where does the Tarbet to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tarbet to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarbet to Oban is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Tarbet to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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

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1. Take the bus from Tarbet to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
1h 39m
£10–21
Train
1. Take the train from Arrochar & Tarbet to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
1h 48m
£21–35
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Tarbet to Obancar 57.1 mi
1h 11m
£15–21

Tarbet to Oban by bus

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Distance: 57.1 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Ember operates a bus from Tarbet to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Arrochar & Tarbet to Oban once daily. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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