🚌 Bus from Oban to Dumbarton
2 direct routes · about 146 min · first bus 07:55, last bus 18:20 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 976 | Scottish Citylink | ~146 min | 5 | 07:55 | 18:20 | Bus Station (Stance 3) |
| E16 | Ember | ~130 min | 4 | 06:32 | 18:42 | Longsdale Coach Park (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Oban on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Oban to Dumbarton?
2 routes run directly from Oban to Dumbarton: the 976 (Scottish Citylink), the E16 (Ember).
How long does the bus take from Oban to Dumbarton?
Around 146 minutes on the 976, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Oban to Dumbarton?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 976) leaves around 07:55 and the last around 18:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Oban to Dumbarton?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.