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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Oban is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 10h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Oban is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Scrabster to Oban. However, there are services departing from Scrabster Ferry Terminal and arriving at Highland Theatre via Bus Station Stance 2, Drum Green, Filling Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Oban?

The distance between Scrabster and Oban is 249 miles. The road distance is 215.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Oban without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 10h 29m and costs £17 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 10h 29m to get from Scrabster to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scrabster to Oban bus from?

Scrabster to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Scrabster Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Oban?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Oban is to bus via Inverness which takes 10h 29m and costs £17 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £170 and takes 12h 59m.

Where does the Scrabster to Oban bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scrabster to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Oban is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Scrabster to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 498+ hotels available in Oban.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scrabster to Oban 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 via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Drum Green to Filling Stationbus 919
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Highland Theatrebus 918
10h 29m
£18–68
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain
12h 59m
£60–164
Drive 214.5 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Obancar 214.5 mi
4h 40m
£52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Drum Green to Filling Stationbus 919
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Highland Theatrebus 918
10h 52m
£45–67

Scrabster to Oban by bus

24Weekly Buses

10h 29mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scrabster to Oban.

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Distance: 247.1 mi
Duration: 10h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Highland Theatre via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 2, Drum Green, Filling Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Scrabster to Oban via Thurso, Inverness, Perth, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 12h 59m.

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