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

The cheapest way to get from Oban to Carnforth is to bus and train which costs £40 - £60 and takes 10h 28m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Oban and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Oban to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Oban and arriving at Carnforth via Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Oban to Carnforth?

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

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

The best way to get from Oban to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Oban to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oban to Carnforth train from?

Oban to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.

Train or bus from Oban to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Oban to Carnforth is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Oban to Carnforth train arrive?

Oban to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Oban to Carnforth?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1579+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Oban to Carnforth 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 Oban to Glasgow Queen StreetOban - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
6h 15m
£43–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Corran Halls Car Park to Buchanan Bus Station977 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
8h 19m
£40–62
Drive 247.5 mi
1. Drive from Oban to Carnforth247.5 mi
4h 27m
£62–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station976 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Carnforth
10h 28m
£40–58

Oban to Carnforth by train and foot

24Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270.6 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Oban to Carnforth via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Corran Halls Car Park to Carnforth via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 8h 19m.

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