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

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Oban is to line 29 bus and bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Oban is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Midlothian to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Arniston Engine and arriving at Oban Bus Station via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Midlothian to Oban. However, there are services departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Oban via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Midlothian to Oban?

The distance between Midlothian and Oban is 153 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midlothian to Oban without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Midlothian to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Oban bus from?

Midlothian to Oban bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Arniston Engine station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Midlothian to Oban?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Oban is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 29 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Midlothian to Oban bus arrive?

Midlothian to Oban bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Midlothian to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midlothian to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Oban is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Midlothian to Oban.

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

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Where can I stay near Oban?

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Midlothian to Oban - 4 ways to travel via train, line 29 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
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
5h 38m
£46–97
Line 29 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arniston Engine to Princes Streetbus N3 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
5h 43m
£15–21
Drive 131.3 mi
1. Drive from Midlothian to Obancar 131.3 mi
2h 37m
£33–47
Line 29 bus, bus via Terminus
1. Take the bus from Terminus to Frederick Streetbus 29
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Stationbus 978
6h 14m
£25–47

Midlothian to Oban by train

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Distance: 152.4 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Gorebridge to Oban via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arniston Engine to Oban Bus Station via Princes Street and George Street in around 5h 43m.

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