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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oban to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oban to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Edinburgh will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 buses that leave Oban for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:214h04Oban13:25Edinburgh£221One-way0 changes
- 9:214h04Oban13:25Edinburgh£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oban to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oban to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 150 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oban to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oban to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:21 Oban | 4h04 | 13:25 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oban to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Oban to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:17, the last at 18:11. The fastest coach covers the 150 km distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 150 km |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 4m |
First bus 5:17 |
Last bus 18:11 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Oban to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Oban to Edinburgh with Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oban to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Edinburgh by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oban and Edinburgh
Most Oban to Edinburgh buses use the Oban, Station Road (Banca Na H-Alba) to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Ingliston, Airport (Stance C). Use this guide to compare Oban and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Oban, Station Road (Banca Na H-Alba) from Oban city centre
Which Edinburgh station do buses from Oban arrive at?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Ingliston, Airport (Stance C) from Edinburgh city centre
Most popular bus connections from Oban
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