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

The cheapest way to get from Oban Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 3h 8m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Oban Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oban Bus Station station and arriving at George Street. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Oban Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Oban Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Oban and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Oban Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Oban Station and Edinburgh is 126 miles. The road distance is 122 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oban Station to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 3h 8m and costs £23 - £45.

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

The bus from Oban Bus Station to George Street takes 3h 8m including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

Oban Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Oban Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Oban Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Oban Station to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 3h 8m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Oban Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Oban Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Oban Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oban Station to Edinburgh?

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

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Oban Station to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Oban Bus Station to George Streetbus Ember
3h 8m
£23–45
Train
1. Take the train from Oban to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 2m
£51–116
Drive 121.3 mi
1. Drive from Oban Station to Edinburghcar 121.3 mi
2h 35m
£30–43

Oban Station to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 125.4 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Oban Station, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Oban Bus Station to George Street 4 times a day. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Oban to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 2m.

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