4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oban to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€67
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€69
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 17
12
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oban to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oban to Edinburgh will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.
It's difficult to get from Oban to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
L88163 · L878385:32 AM4h13Connel Ferry (CON)9:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer- C14857_Y39697 · L878696:22 PM4h44Connel Ferry (CON)11:06 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer
- C14837_C14879 · L8798512:23 PM4h13Connel Ferry (CON)4:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer
- C14845 · C147322:52 PM4h03Connel Ferry (CON)6:55 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer
- C14825 · L879309:07 AM3h57Connel Ferry (CON)1:04 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer
- C14872 · L879148:51 PM3h42Connel Ferry (CON)12:33 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer
- C14872 · L879148:39 PM3h54Oban station (OBN)12:33 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€721One-way1 transfer
- C14825 · L879309:07 AM3h57Connel Ferry (CON)1:04 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer
- C14845 · C147322:52 PM4h03Connel Ferry (CON)6:55 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€671One-way1 transfer
- C14825 · L879308:56 AM4h08Oban station (OBN)1:04 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€721One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€59 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oban to Edinburgh:
A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oban to Edinburgh costing on average €59.
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 4m.
Live departures
Oban to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Oban to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L88163 · L87838 | 5:17 AM Oban station (OBN) | 4h28 | 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| L88163 · L87838 | 5:32 AM Connel Ferry (CON) | 4h13 | 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14825 · L87930 | 8:56 AM Oban station (OBN) | 4h08 | 1:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14825 · L87930 | 9:07 AM Connel Ferry (CON) | 3h57 | 1:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14837_C14879 · L87985 | 12:11 PM Oban station (OBN) | 4h25 | 4:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14837_C14879 · L87985 | 12:23 PM Connel Ferry (CON) | 4h13 | 4:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14845 · C14732 | 2:41 PM Oban station (OBN) | 4h14 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14845 · C14732 | 2:52 PM Connel Ferry (CON) | 4h03 | 6:55 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14857_Y39697 · L87869 | 6:11 PM Oban station (OBN) | 4h55 | 11:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| C14857_Y39697 · L87869 | 6:22 PM Connel Ferry (CON) | 4h44 | 11:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oban to Edinburgh
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Trains from Oban to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Oban to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oban to Edinburgh by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oban to Edinburgh
Most Oban to Edinburgh trains use the Oban to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Oban and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oban station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Oban from Oban city centre
Oban train station facilities and services
Oban has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oban.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oban.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oban. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oban: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oban: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oban: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Connel Ferry from Oban city centre
Connel Ferry train station facilities and services
Connel Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Connel Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Connel Ferry: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Connel Ferry: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Rough ground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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