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

The cheapest way to get from Dalkeith to Oban is to bus via George Street which costs £15 - £22 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dalkeith to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dalkeith and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Dalkeith to Oban station. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Oban Bus Station via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Dalkeith and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Dalkeith to Oban. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Dalkeith to Oban?

The distance between Dalkeith and Oban is 135 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Oban without a car is to bus via George Street which takes 5h 29m and costs £15 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Dalkeith to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dalkeith to Oban bus from?

Dalkeith to Oban bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Dalkeith to Oban train from?

Dalkeith to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Dalkeith to Oban?

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Oban is to bus via George Street which takes 5h 29m and costs £15 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Dalkeith to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dalkeith to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dalkeith to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalkeith to Oban is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Dalkeith to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 577+ hotels available in Oban.

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

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Bus via George Street
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
5h 29m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
5h 30m
£50–117
Drive 128.3 mi
1. Drive from Dalkeith to Obancar 128.3 mi
2h 32m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Stationbus 978
5h 57m
£25–47

Dalkeith to Oban by bus

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Distance: 134.6 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Street to Oban via Princes Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 30m.

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