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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Oban
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Oban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €61, while a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€61 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €61 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €10. The journey takes 4h 0m versus 2h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Edinburgh to Oban by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Oban is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- L87781 · C148217:15 AM4h12Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:27 AMOban station (OBN)€241One-way1 transfer
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- L87781 · C148217:15 AM4h12Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:27 AMOban station (OBN)€241One-way1 transfer
Fastest
- L87781 · C148217:15 AM3h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:13 AMConnel Ferry (CON)€371One-way1 transfer
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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh to Oban
Travel to Oban easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Oban.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Oban as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Oban station (OBN).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Oban by train.
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