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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Station is to bus via Glasgow which costs £15 - £24 and takes 5h 19m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Oban Station?

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 Station?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Oban Station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Oban via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Oban Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Oban Station is 128 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Station without a car is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs £23 - £45.

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

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 Station bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Oban Station?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Oban Station is to bus which takes 3h 42m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Oban Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Oban Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Oban Station?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Oban Station?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
3h 42m
£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 19m
£16–24
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 55m
£43–110
Drive 120.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Oban Stationcar 120.9 mi
2h 34m
£30–43

Edinburgh to Oban Station by bus

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Distance: 126.9 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Oban Station, 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 via Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 55m.

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