How to travel from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban, United Kingdom

The distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban is around 144km (89 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 50m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ObanGlasgow Airport (GLA) if you're planning a return trip.

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Oban Station Road.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    £20($24)
Operated by

Scottish Citylink

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Train

Take the train to Oban.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    £26($31)
Operated by

First ScotRail Service

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Drive

Drive to Oban.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Distance144km (89 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban

There are several options for getting from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £20 ($24) and will take around 2h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £25 ($30).

The distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban is around 144km (89 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 89km (55 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban is to drive which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx £25 ($30).

The cheapest way to travel between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £20 ($24) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Glasgow Central and Dalmuir. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 3h 25m.

First ScotRail Service run train services between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 3h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 2h 40m.

Scottish Citylink run regular bus services between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban. Buses run once daily and take around 2h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Oban from Glasgow Airport (GLA) is to drive which will take 1h 50m and cost around £25 ($30).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban. We recommend that you take the bus to Oban Station Road. instead which will take 2h 40m.

The closest major airport to Oban is Tiree Airport (TRE) (TRE) which is approximately 86km (54 miles) from Oban. Glasgow Airport (GLA) (GLA) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) (EDI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban. The distance is around 144km (89 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around £20 ($24).

How do I get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban

Compare travel optionsbetween Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Oban

Transport options from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 40m
£20($24)
once daily144km (89 miles)
Train
3h 25m
£26($31)
4 times a day163km (101 miles)
Drive
1h 50m
£25($30)
on demand144km (89 miles)

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Airports near Oban

The following major airports near Oban offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

TRE
Tiree Airport (TRE)
Domestic Airport
Distance
86km (54 miles) from Oban
GLA
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Oban
EDI
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
International Airport
Distance
141km (87 miles) from Oban