What is the cheapest way to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath?

The cheapest way to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath?

The fastest way to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Oban and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Oban station to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Oban and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Oban to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Oban and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Oban to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Oban and Cowdenbeath is 147 miles. The road distance is 108.8 miles.

How do I travel from Oban to Cowdenbeath without a car?

The best way to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath without a car is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs £23 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oban to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Oban to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Oban to Cowdenbeath train from?

Oban to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.

Train or bus from Oban to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Oban to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Oban to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Oban to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Oban to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Oban to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Oban to Cowdenbeath is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Oban to Cowdenbeath.

How do I get a train ticket from Oban to Cowdenbeath?

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

There are 2485+ hotels available in Cowdenbeath.

Oban to Cowdenbeath - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 976
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
5h 4m
£23–34
Train
1. Take the train from Oban to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
5h 18m
£41–90
Drive 108.1 mi
1. Drive from Oban to Cowdenbeathcar 108.1 mi
2h 20m
£27–39

Oban to Cowdenbeath by train

23Weekly Trains

5h 18mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Oban to Cowdenbeath.

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Distance: 146.2 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland and Cowdenbeath, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Station Road to The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Oban to Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket in around 5h 18m.

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