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Today2 May
Tomorrow3 May
from US$85
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Tue6 May
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Oban
    Departure location: Oban
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Oban
    Departure location: Oban
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Oban
    Departure location: Oban
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 May at
    Departure city: Oban
    Departure location: Oban
    Arrival time: 3 May at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oban to Edinburgh

Average priceUS$46 - US$90Average duration4h 16m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$32 - US$32Average duration3h
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Oban to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3hAverage duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Oban to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$87
Average train trip duration4h 16m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure08:50
Distance93 miles
Latest train departure20:39

Oban to Edinburgh Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oban - Edinburgh

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Oban to Edinburgh cost?

    The average train ticket price from Oban to Edinburgh is US$87. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Oban to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Oban to Edinburgh?

    A train trip between Oban and Edinburgh is around 4h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 93 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Oban and Edinburgh?

    The number of trains from Oban to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Oban to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oban to Edinburgh was searched and found on 3 May 2025 with a price of US$85

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

You can expect to pay from US$85 to US$85 for a train ticket from Oban to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85, which is on 2025-05-03.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Oban and Edinburgh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Edinburgh.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Oban and Edinburgh, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Oban to Edinburgh and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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