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.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Baab (Station Square) and Knipoch Hotel (Knipoch Hotel) are great picks.
Although Oban doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 88 km from Oban.
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Oban, followed by Scotrail. The train journey from Oban to Edinburgh takes 1h 00m and costs around £13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £80 for a 4h 31m 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.
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 DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oban, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Oban takes 93 km and will cost you around £13. From Dundee, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 201 km.
Average rates range from around £116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £188 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Glenview Guest House and The Kelvin Hotel.