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Oban travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oban

With a population of 8.081, Oban is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Oban to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Oban

Oban in March
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oban in March
Estimated hotel price
£68
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Oban

Plane

Although Oban doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 88 km from Oban.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Oban, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Oban to Manchester takes 3h 25m and costs around £18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about £27 for a 4h 46m trip. Located 7 km from the city centre, Oban Connel Ferry is the busiest station in Oban. Another popular train station is Oban, located 0.6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Oban is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 150 km from Oban. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oban, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Oban takes 113 km and will cost you around £26. From Dundee, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 193 km.

Plane

Although Oban doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 88 km from Oban.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Oban, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Oban to Manchester takes 3h 25m and costs around £18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about £27 for a 4h 46m trip. Located 7 km from the city centre, Oban Connel Ferry is the busiest station in Oban. Another popular train station is Oban, located 0.6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Oban is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 150 km from Oban. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oban, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Oban takes 113 km and will cost you around £26. From Dundee, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 193 km.

Airports near Oban

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Oban

KLM
Good (1,424 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,598 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,545 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,069 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,798 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,035 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,056 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,425 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,590 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,076 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,140 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oban

Average rates range from around £86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £223 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Glenview Guest House and The Kelvin Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oban

Most booked hotels in Oban

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The Pierhouse Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£184+
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Taychreggan, Signature Collection by Eight Continents
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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The Airds Hotel and Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Ardanaiseig House
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£158+
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Corran House Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Holly Tree Hotel, Swimming Pool & Hot Tub
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£127+
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Hiring a car in Oban

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Oban (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.14 and £21.52.

Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Oban (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.14 and £21.52.

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