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

The cheapest way to get from Selkirk to Oban is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Selkirk to Oban is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Selkirk and Oban?

No, there is no direct bus from Selkirk to Oban station. However, there are services departing from Scott Monument and arriving at Oban Bus Station via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Selkirk and Oban?

No, there is no direct train from Selkirk 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 6h 38m.

How far is it from Selkirk to Oban?

The distance between Selkirk and Oban is 181 miles. The road distance is 160 miles.

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

The best way to get from Selkirk to Oban without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Selkirk to Oban, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Selkirk to Oban bus from?

Selkirk to Oban bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Scott Monument station.

Where do I catch the Selkirk to Oban train from?

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

Train or bus from Selkirk to Oban?

The best way to get from Selkirk to Oban is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Selkirk to Oban bus arrive?

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

Where does the Selkirk to Oban train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Selkirk to Oban?

Yes, the driving distance between Selkirk to Oban is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Selkirk to Oban.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 578+ hotels available in Oban.

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

How to get fromSelkirk to Oban

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Selkirk to Oban by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
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
6h 38m
£67–152
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scott Monument to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
6h 42m
£23–32
Drive 159.1 mi
1. Drive from Selkirk to Obancar 159.1 mi
3h 19m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scott Monument to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 978
7h 7m
£33–58

Selkirk to Oban by bus and train

38Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Scott Monument to Oban via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Galashiels, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scott Monument to Oban Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 6h 42m.

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.