What is the cheapest way to get from Dunbarton Castle to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Dunbarton Castle to Oban is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunbarton Castle to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Dunbarton Castle to Oban is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dunbarton Castle and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunbarton Castle to Oban. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Highland Theatre via Road End. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Dunbarton Castle and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Oban. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Dunbarton Castle to Oban?

The distance between Dunbarton Castle and Oban is 82 miles. The road distance is 79 miles.

How do I travel from Dunbarton Castle to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Dunbarton Castle to Oban without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £36.

How long does it take to get from Dunbarton Castle to Oban?

The train from Dumbarton Central to Oban takes 2h 41m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Dunbarton Castle to Oban bus from?

Dunbarton Castle to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where do I catch the Dunbarton Castle to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunbarton Castle to Oban?

The best way to get from Dunbarton Castle to Oban is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £36. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Dunbarton Castle to Oban bus arrive?

Dunbarton Castle to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Road End station.

Where does the Dunbarton Castle to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunbarton Castle to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunbarton Castle to Oban is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Dunbarton Castle to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunbarton Castle to Oban?

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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Dunbarton Castle to Oban - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
2h 59m
£35–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Road Endbus 976
3h 6m
£15–21
Drive 78.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunbarton Castle to Obancar 78.5 mi
1h 38m
£19–28

Dunbarton Castle to Oban by foot and train

38Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.1 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumbarton Central to Oban 5 times a day. Tickets cost £35–36 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Barloan Toll to Road End every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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