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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban is to bus via Stirling which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Oban station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Park & Ride and Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cowdenbeath and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Cowdenbeath to Oban. However, there are services departing from Cowdenbeath and arriving at Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Cowdenbeath to Oban?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Oban is 140 miles. The road distance is 109.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £28 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Oban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Cowdenbeath to Oban?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Oban is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cowdenbeath to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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There are 4 ways to get from Cowdenbeath 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 17m
£28–55
Bus via Stirling
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X22
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
5h 38m
£24–47
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 40m
£58–137
Drive 108.5 mi
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Obancar 108.5 mi
2h 20m
£27–39

Cowdenbeath to Oban by bus

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Distance: 139.2 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cowdenbeath to Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 40m.

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