How to get from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert by bus and train?

Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert - Train Timetable

The SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert runs from 05:20 to 18:24, with departures every 1 hr 45 min-4 hr 10 min. The journey takes about 7 hr 30 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert by bus and train

To get from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert in Scotland, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Oban station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 23 bus and finally take the 449 bus from Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead station to Bus Terminal, Tarbert station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Glasgow Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Tarbert on the Moovit app.

450min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 2323
Bus - 449449
Leaves from Glasgow Queen Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    560 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Oban
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oban
    185 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Oban
    ID 60709273
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Ardrishaig
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead
    ID 60709304
    89 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead
    ID 60709303
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 449449
    Wait for bus
    449
    Tayinloan
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    ID 60709375
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert

The distance between Glasgow Central Station, Scotland and Tarbert, Scotland is approximately 248.43 km, which can typically be travelled in 450 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert

To check the bus and train timetable from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glasgow Central Station) and destination (Tarbert), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert?

    The fastest way takes 450 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 23, Bus line 449.

  • Is there a direct train between Glasgow Central Station and Tarbert?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow to Oban station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Oban station near Tarbert in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glasgow Central Station to Tarbert by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow and Tarbert in Scotland by train and bus is about 7 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Glasgow Central Station to get to Tarbert?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow Central Station in Glasgow.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Glasgow Central Station and Tarbert?

    Get off the train at the Oban stop, which is closest to Tarbert in Scotland.

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