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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Oban
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 12 m
Buses on Sep 17
5
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 €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 5 buses from Glasgow to Oban, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 52 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.
8:20 AM3h03Glasgow11:23 AMOban€181One-way0 transfers- 9:50 AM3h04Glasgow12:54 PMOban€181One-way0 transfers
- 12:20 PM2h59Glasgow3:19 PMOban€181One-way0 transfers
- 5:50 PM3h01Glasgow8:51 PMOban€181One-way0 transfers
- 5:25 PM3h52Glasgow9:17 PMOban€281One-way1 transfer
- 12:20 PM2h59Glasgow3:19 PMOban€181One-way0 transfers
- 5:50 PM3h01Glasgow8:51 PMOban€181One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 AM3h03Glasgow11:23 AMOban€181One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM3h04Glasgow12:54 PMOban€181One-way0 transfers
- 5:25 PM3h52Glasgow9:17 PMOban€281One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 97 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price | €62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Oban:
A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Oban costing on average €40.
Other travel options to Oban take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Live departures
Glasgow to Oban bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Oban buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:20 AM Glasgow | 3h03 | 11:23 AM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 AM Glasgow | 3h04 | 12:54 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:20 PM Glasgow | 2h59 | 3:19 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 PM Glasgow | 3h52 | 9:17 PM Oban | 1 transfer | |
| 5:50 PM Glasgow | 3h01 | 8:51 PM Oban | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Oban
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Oban run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:17, the last at 20:39. The fastest bus covers the 97 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 59m |
First bus 5:17 AM |
Last bus 8:39 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
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Bus providers: Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Glasgow to ObanYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Oban with Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as €18. 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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