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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Oban
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Oban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Oban will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 4 buses that leave Glasgow for Oban on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Oban
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a bus costs an average of €41.
Distance: 97 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€41 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Oban bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Oban buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM Glasgow | 3h08 | 11:38 AM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Glasgow | 2h59 | 3:29 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:05 PM Glasgow | 2h57 | 9:02 PM Oban | 1 transfer | |
| 6:05 PM Glasgow | 3h02 | 9:07 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Oban
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Buses from Glasgow to Oban run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €23 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 20:42. The fastest bus covers the 97 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 05:10 |
Last bus 20:42 |
Bus providers: Scottish Citylink from Glasgow to ObanYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Oban with Scottish Citylink for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Oban
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Oban by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oban, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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