What is the cheapest way to get from Burntisland to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Burntisland to Oban is to line 7 bus and bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burntisland to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Burntisland to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Burntisland and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Burntisland to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Bannerman Avenue and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Burntisland and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Burntisland to Oban. However, there are services departing from Burntisland and arriving at Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Burntisland to Oban?

The distance between Burntisland and Oban is 138 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

How do I travel from Burntisland to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Burntisland to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs £28 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Burntisland to Oban?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Burntisland to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burntisland to Oban bus from?

Burntisland to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Edinburgh Airport station.

Where do I catch the Burntisland to Oban train from?

Burntisland to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Burntisland to Oban?

The best way to get from Burntisland to Oban is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Burntisland to Oban bus arrive?

Burntisland to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Oban Bus Station.

Where does the Burntisland to Oban train arrive?

Burntisland to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Burntisland to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Burntisland to Oban is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Burntisland to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Burntisland to Oban?

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Burntisland to Oban - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Burntisland to Oban by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
5h 7m
£28–56
Line 7 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Library to Bus Stationbus 7A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
6h 15m
£25–49
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
5h 33m
£56–135
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Burntisland to Obancar 115 mi
2h 30m
£28–41

Burntisland to Oban by train and bus

42Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Burntisland, Scotland and Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £13–18 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Burntisland to Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 33m.

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