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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
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oban in March
Estimated hotel price
£70
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

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Oban, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Oban to Manchester takes 3h 21m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £27 for a 5h 08m 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 Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oban, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Oban takes 105 km and will cost you around £8. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £15 for a journey of 370 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

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Oban, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Oban to Manchester takes 3h 21m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £27 for a 5h 08m 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 Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oban, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Oban takes 105 km and will cost you around £8. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £15 for a journey of 370 km.

Airports near Oban

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Oban

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,004 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,415 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,561 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,047 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oban

Average rates range from around £93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £173 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
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£186+
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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)
£92+
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Hotel Ardanaiseig
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£160+
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Corran House Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£50+
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Holly Tree Hotel, Swimming Pool & Hot Tub
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£138+
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Hiring a car in Oban

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.32 and £21.76.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.32 and £21.76.

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