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

The cheapest way to get from Cardross to Oban is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardross to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Cardross and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardross to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Smithy Road and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Helensburgh station and Tarbet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardross and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Cardross to Oban. However, there are services departing from Cardross and arriving at Oban via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Cardross to Oban?

The distance between Cardross and Oban is 84 miles. The road distance is 78.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardross to Oban without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Cardross to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Oban bus from?

Cardross to Oban bus services, operated by Garelochhead Minibuses & Coaches, depart from Helensburgh station.

Where do I catch the Cardross to Oban train from?

Cardross to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Cardross to Oban?

The best way to get from Cardross to Oban is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 302 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Cardross to Oban bus arrive?

Cardross to Oban bus services, operated by Garelochhead Minibuses & Coaches, arrive at Tarbet Hotel station.

Where does the Cardross to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardross to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardross to Oban is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Cardross to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 538+ hotels available in Oban.

Cardross to Oban - 3 ways to travel via train, line 302 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardross to Oban 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
3h 41m
£37–68
Drive 78.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardross to Obancar 78.1 mi
1h 39m
£19–28
Line 302 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Helensburgh station to Tarbet Hotelbus 302
2. Take the bus from Tarbet to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
4h 25m

Cardross to Oban by train

31Weekly Trains

3h 41mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.6 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Oban 4 times a day. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithy Road to Oban Bus Station via Helensburgh station and Tarbet in around 4h 25m.

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