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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from John O'groats to Oban

Composite routes from John O'groats to Oban

Cheapest
4 h 52 min
Car
359 km.
from $19
Other
10 h 7 min
285 km.
from $108.20
11 h 37 min
Train
285 km.
from $171.78
15 h 1 min
284 km.
from $329.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

West Coast Motors

Phone:
01586 552319
Email:
enquiries@westcoastmotors.co.uk
Website:
westcoastmotors.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to Highland
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
bluebird.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Terminal to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$46.83

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Stirling
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$120.25–$177.21

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Wick to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24
Train from Inverness to Stirling
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58
Train from Stirling to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$22.78
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$75.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from John O'Groats to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from John O'Groats to Oban is to bus which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 10h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from John O'Groats to Oban?

The fastest way to get from John O'Groats to Oban is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between John O'Groats and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from John O'Groats to Oban. However, there are services departing from Car Park and arriving at Highland Theatre via Bus Terminal, Bus Station Stance 2 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

How far is it from John O'Groats to Oban?

The distance between John O'Groats and Oban is 381 km. The road distance is 359.2 km.

How do I travel from John O'Groats to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from John O'Groats to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 10h 7m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from John O'Groats to Oban?

It takes approximately 10h 7m to get from John O'Groats to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the John O'Groats to Oban bus from?

John O'Groats to Oban bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from John O'Groats to Oban?

The best way to get from John O'Groats to Oban is to bus which takes 10h 7m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $141.30 - $369.57 and takes 15h 1m.

Where does the John O'Groats to Oban bus arrive?

John O'Groats to Oban bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from John O'Groats to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between John O'Groats to Oban is 359 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from John O'Groats to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 463+ hotels available in Oban. Prices start at $46.90 per night.
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