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

The cheapest way to get from Dufftown to Oban is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dufftown to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dufftown and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Dufftown to Oban. However, there are services departing from The Clock Tower and arriving at Highland Theatre via Railway Station, Bus Station Stance 2 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Dufftown to Oban?

The distance between Dufftown and Oban is 174 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dufftown to Oban without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Dufftown to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dufftown to Oban bus from?

Dufftown to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Railway Station.

Train or bus from Dufftown to Oban?

The best way to get from Dufftown to Oban is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Duff Avenue, which costs and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Dufftown to Oban bus arrive?

Dufftown to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Dufftown to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Dufftown to Oban is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Dufftown to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 493+ hotels available in Oban.

Dufftown to Oban - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dufftown 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Bus Station919
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Highland Theatre918
7h 56m
£35–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Bus Station919
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Highland Theatre918
8h 17m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban
10h 15m
£65–160
Drive 144.5 mi
1. Drive from Dufftown to Oban144.5 mi
2h 58m
£36–51
Bus via Duff Avenue
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Bus Station919
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Highland Theatre918
8h 6m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dufftown to Oban.

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a bus from The Clock Tower to Oban via Duff Avenue, Elgin, Aberdeen, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 10h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Clock Tower to Highland Theatre via Duff Avenue, Railway Station, Union Street, Bus Station Stance 2, and Bus Station in around 8h 6m.

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