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

The cheapest way to get from Hawick to Oban is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hawick to Oban is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Hawick and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Hawick to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Mart Street Bus Stance and arriving at Oban Bus Station via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Hawick and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Hawick to Oban. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Oban via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Hawick to Oban?

The distance between Hawick and Oban is 179 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hawick to Oban without a car is to bus via Edinburgh which takes 7h 2m and costs £24 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Hawick to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hawick to Oban bus from?

Hawick to Oban bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Mart Street Bus Stance station.

Where do I catch the Hawick to Oban train from?

Hawick to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Train or bus from Hawick to Oban?

The best way to get from Hawick to Oban is to bus via Edinburgh which takes 7h 2m and costs £24 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Hawick to Oban bus arrive?

Hawick to Oban bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Hawick to Oban train arrive?

Hawick to Oban train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Hawick to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawick to Oban is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Hawick to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 551+ hotels available in Oban.

Hawick to Oban - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromHawick to Oban

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Mart Street Bus Stance to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
7h 2m
£25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain
7h 5m
£61–119
Drive 170.3 mi
1. Drive from Hawick to Obancar 170.3 mi
3h 36m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mart Street Bus Stance to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
7h 27m
£35–61

Hawick to Oban by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

7h 2mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Launch map view

Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Mart Street Bus Stance to Oban Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mart Street Bus Stance to Oban via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Galashiels, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 5m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.