How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Oban?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Oban start at $41. The average price for this train route is around $63. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Oban?

The average train trip from Edinburgh to Oban takes 4h 13m and covers 151 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 12m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Oban route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Oban departs at 7:15am. The latest train departs at 5:15pm.

Train Edinburgh to Oban from $39

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Waverley	4h 12m	11:27am	Oban	CheapestFastest
Train	9:30am	Waverley	4h 13m	1:43pm	Oban	No tags
Train	11:15am	Waverley	4h 13m	3:28pm	Oban	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Waverley	4h 27m	7:42pm	Oban	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Waverley	4h 12m	9:27pm	Oban	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Waverley	4h 12m	11:27am	Oban	CheapestFastest
Train	9:30am	Waverley	4h 13m	1:43pm	Oban	No tags
Train	11:15am	Waverley	4h 13m	3:28pm	Oban	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Waverley	4h 12m	7:42pm	Oban	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Waverley	4h 12m	9:27pm	Oban	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Waverley	4h 34m	1:04pm	Oban	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Waverley	4h 24m	9:24pm	Oban	Fastest
Train	11:00am	Waverley	4h 27m	3:27pm	Oban	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Waverley	4h 12m	11:27am	Oban	CheapestFastest
Train	9:30am	Waverley	4h 13m	1:43pm	Oban	No tags
Train	11:15am	Waverley	4h 13m	3:28pm	Oban	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Waverley	4h 27m	7:42pm	Oban	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Waverley	4h 12m	9:27pm	Oban	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Waverley	4h 12m	11:27am	Oban	CheapestFastest
Train	9:30am	Waverley	4h 13m	1:43pm	Oban	No tags
Train	11:15am	Waverley	4h 13m	3:28pm	Oban	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Waverley	4h 27m	7:42pm	Oban	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Waverley	4h 12m	9:27pm	Oban	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Oban on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15pm	Waverley	4h 12m	9:27pm	Oban	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Waverley	4h 12m	11:27am	Oban	Fastest
Train	9:30am	Waverley	4h 13m	1:43pm	Oban	No tags
Train	11:15am	Waverley	4h 13m	3:28pm	Oban	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Waverley	4h 27m	7:42pm	Oban	No tags

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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 5 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

5h 4mAverage Duration

151 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $83	Average Duration5h 4m	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

Train companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at $41

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Oban by train

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 train ticket from Edinburgh to Oban?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Oban start at $41. The average price for this train route is around $63. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Oban?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Oban takes 4h 13m and covers 151 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 12m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Oban route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Oban?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Oban departs at 7:15am. The latest train departs at 5:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$116

12-10

$116

Today

$117

12-12

$118

12-13

$117

12-14

$116

12-15

$60

12-16

$40

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Oban was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $118 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Oban based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-16.