How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Oban?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Oban start from $38. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Oban?

The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Oban is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 151 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Oban route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to Oban?

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Oban at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:43pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Oban?

A bus trip from Edinburgh to Oban generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Edinburgh to Oban starting at $33 | Compare & Save up to 56%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:05pm	Bus Station	4h 12m	9:17pm	Oban - Station Square	Cheapest
	Bus	5:43pm	Edinburgh Airport	3h 34m	9:17pm	Oban - Station Square	Fastest

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:43pm	Edinburgh Airport	3h 34m	9:17pm	Oban - Station Square	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:05pm	Bus Station	4h 12m	9:17pm	Oban - Station Square	Cheapest
	Bus	5:43pm	Edinburgh Airport	3h 34m	9:17pm	Oban - Station Square	Fastest

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:05pm	Bus Station	4h 12m	9:17pm	Oban - Station Square	Cheapest
	Bus	5:43pm	Edinburgh Airport	3h 34m	9:17pm	Oban - Station Square	Fastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Oban

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oban. The journey takes about 4 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 14mAverage Duration

151 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $83	Average Duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $123	Average Duration4h 13m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $29	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Oban?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Oban

A
Oban Bus Stances Outside Train Station
The Waterfront Restaurant, Railway Pier, Oban, Argyll and Bute PA34 4LW, UK

Compare bus companies

Megabus UK

3.5/54,291 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4291 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $38

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Oban by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Oban?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Oban start from $38. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Oban?
The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Oban is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 151 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 34m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Oban route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to Oban?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Oban at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:43pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Oban?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Oban generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-21

$63

12-22

$60

Today

$63

12-24

$60

12-25

No data

12-26

$38

12-27

$55

12-28

$54

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Oban was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Edinburgh to Oban, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $38 to $63 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Oban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-26.