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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Oban is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy to Oban station. However, there are services departing from St Brycedale Road and arriving at Oban Bus Station via Park & Ride and Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkcaldy and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkcaldy to Oban. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy and arriving at Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Oban?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Oban is 148 miles. The road distance is 116.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Oban without a car is to bus via Park & Ride which takes 5h 30m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Kirkcaldy to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Oban bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Oban?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Oban is to bus via Park & Ride which takes 5h 30m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Oban is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Oban.

How do I get a train ticket from Kirkcaldy to Oban?

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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

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Bus via Park & Ride
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
5h 30m
£30–57
Drive 115.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Obancar 115.6 mi
2h 35m
£29–41
Train
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 43m
£56–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Princes Streetbus X58
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Stationbus 978
6h 15m
£29–54

Kirkcaldy to Oban by bus

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Distance: 147.5 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £13–18 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Oban via Haymarket and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 43m.

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