What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal is to bus via Glasgow which costs £16 - £25 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Oban Ferry Terminal?

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

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Oban Ferry Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal?

The distance between Edinburgh and Oban Ferry Terminal is 128 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs £23 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban Ferry Terminal?

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Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
3h 47m
£23–45
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 976
5h 24m
£16–25
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
4h 59m
£50–118
Drive 121.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminalcar 121.2 mi
2h 35m
£30–43

Edinburgh to Oban Ferry Terminal by bus and foot

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.2 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Oban Ferry Terminal, 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. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oban Ferry Terminal via Glasgow Queen Street and Oban in around 4h 59m.

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