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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban is to bus via Glasgow which costs £20 - £30 and takes 6h.

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 £27 - £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 Union Street and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Park & Ride and Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

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 48m.

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 27m and costs £28 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus 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 27m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Oban bus arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Oban bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at 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?

Book your Cowdenbeath to Oban train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cowdenbeath to Oban bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 539+ hotels available in Oban.

Cowdenbeath to Oban - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromCowdenbeath to Oban

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
5h 27m
£28–55
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Fountain to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X27
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
6h
£21–29
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 48m
£50–102
Drive 108.5 mi
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Obancar 108.5 mi
2h 20m
£28–40
Bus via Edinburgh Waverley
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
6h 4m
£32–59

Cowdenbeath to Oban by train

8Weekly Trains

5h 48mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Cowdenbeath to Oban.

Launch map view

Distance: 139.4 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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 £12–18 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 48m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.