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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Oban is to train and bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Oban is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Oban. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Oban via Lancaster and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Oban?

The distance between Carnforth and Oban is 272 miles. The road distance is 249 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Oban without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Carnforth to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Oban train from?

Carnforth to Oban train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Carnforth to Oban?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Oban is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h.

Where does the Carnforth to Oban train arrive?

Carnforth to Oban train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Oban is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Carnforth to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 487+ hotels available in Oban.

Carnforth to Oban - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carnforth 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 Lancaster to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ObanGlasgow Queen Street - Oban
6h 50m
£44–125
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station Road976 / ...
10h 18m
£39–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Station181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station Road976 / ...
9h
£40–67
Drive 247.5 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Oban247.5 mi
4h 27m
£62–90

Carnforth to Oban by train and foot

8Weekly Services

6h 50mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 270.6 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Oban via Lancaster, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Station Road via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h.

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