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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Oban and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct bus from Oban station to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Oban Bus Station and arriving at The Clock Tower via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Oban and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct train from Oban to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Oban and arriving at Dufftown via Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen and Keith Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Oban to Dufftown?

The distance between Oban and Dufftown is 172 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Oban to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oban to Dufftown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oban to Dufftown train from?

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

Train or bus from Oban to Dufftown?

The best way to get from Oban to Dufftown is to train which takes 9h 51m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Oban to Dufftown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oban to Dufftown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oban to Dufftown?

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

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 169+ hotels available in Dufftown.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Oban to Dufftown by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Oban Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
7h 35m
Drive 144.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oban to Dufftowncar 144.4 mi
2h 58m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Oban to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Stationtrain
9h 51m
£72–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oban Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
7h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Oban to Dufftown.

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a train from Oban to Dufftown via Glasgow Queen Street, Aberdeen, Keith Station, and Keith Town in around 9h 51m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Oban Bus Station to Inverness Union Street twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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