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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban is to bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Gateway and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Maybury Road and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Gateway and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Gateway and arriving at Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban?

The distance between Edinburgh Gateway and Oban is 123 miles. The road distance is 116.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban without a car is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can train via Haymarket, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Edinburgh Gateway to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh Gateway to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Gateway to Oban is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Gateway 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
4h 31m
£23–47
Train via Haymarket
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 8m
£50–113
Drive 116.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Obancar 116.2 mi
2h 21m
£29–41
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
5h 39m
£25–47
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
5h 40m
£58–107

Edinburgh Gateway to Oban by foot and bus

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4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.5 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Gateway, 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 Edinburgh Gateway to Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 8m.

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