What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Oban is to bus via George Street which costs £13 - £19 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Oban?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Oban Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Castle 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 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Oban?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Oban is 128 miles. The road distance is 121.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Oban without a car is to bus via George Street which takes 3h 56m and costs £13 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Oban?

The bus from George Street to Oban Bus Station takes 3h 42m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Oban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Oban?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Oban is to bus via George Street which takes 3h 56m and costs £13 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Oban is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Oban?

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Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 579+ hotels available in Oban.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle 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
3h 56m
£13–19
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 7m
£49–118
Drive 121 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Obancar 121 mi
2h 34m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Stationbus 978
4h 20m
£23–45

Edinburgh Castle to Oban by foot and bus

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Distance: 127.6 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, 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 vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Oban via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 7m.

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