How to get from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh by bus and train?

Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh - Bus Timetable

The 23 bus from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh departs once a day at 10:15. The journey takes about 6 hr 41 min.

From Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 23 bus from Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead station to Bus Station, Oban station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the E15 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Dunblane station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 41 min. The bus and train schedule from Argyll and Bute (Region) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

401min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2323
Bus - E15E15
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead
    ID 60709303
    280 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Oban
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Oban
    ID 60709273
    87 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Oban
    ID 60709271
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - E15E15
    Wait for bus
    E15
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bowling Green, Dunblane
    ID 66005850020
    132 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dunblane
    270 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 9
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    58 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh

The distance between Argyll and Bute (Region), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 252.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 401 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh

To check the bus and train timetable from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Argyll and Bute (Region)) and destination (Edinburgh), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 401 minutes, using Bus line 23, Bus line E15, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Argyll and Bute (Region) and Edinburgh?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh?

    The 23 bus line goes from Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead station near Argyll and Bute (Region) in Lochgilphead to Bus Station, Oban station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Bus Station, Oban station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Edinburgh by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Argyll and Bute (Region) in Lochgilphead and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 6 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Argyll and Bute (Region) to get to Edinburgh?

    Get on the 23 bus from the Lochnell Street, Lochgilphead stop near Argyll and Bute (Region) in Lochgilphead.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Argyll and Bute (Region) and Edinburgh?

    Get off the bus at the Bus Station, Oban station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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