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Eigg to Oban

Updated: March 14, 2024 04:19 PM
Oban

Eigg to Oban - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of both Eigg and Oban is English.

Currency

The official currency of both Eigg and Oban is the British pound sterling (£).

Distance

The distance between Eigg and Oban is approximately 40 miles (64 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are a few different ways to reach Oban from Eigg.

  • By ferry: The most common way to reach Oban from Eigg is by ferry. The ferry ride takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights from Eigg to Oban. However, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA) and then take a train or bus to Oban.
  • By train: There are no direct trains from Eigg to Oban. However, you can take a train from Arisaig to Glasgow Queen Street Station and then take a train from Glasgow Queen Street Station to Oban.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Eigg to Oban will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By ferry: The cost of a ferry ticket from Eigg to Oban is approximately £15.
  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Oban is approximately £50.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Arisaig to Glasgow Queen Street Station is approximately £20. The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street Station to Oban is approximately £15.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Oban is during the summer months (June-August). During this time, the weather is mild and there are plenty of things to see and do.

What to Eat

Oban is known for its seafood. Some of the most popular dishes include:

  • Fish and chips
  • Seafood chowder
  • Oysters
  • Lobster
  • Scallops

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Oban.

  • Oban Distillery
  • McCaig's Tower
  • Dunollie Castle
  • The Isle of Mull
  • The Isle of Iona

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Eigg to Oban.

  1. How long does it take to get from Eigg to Oban? The ferry ride from Eigg to Oban takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  2. How much does it cost to get from Eigg to Oban? The cost of a ferry ticket from Eigg to Oban is approximately £15.
  3. What is the best way to get from Eigg to Oban? The most common way to get from Eigg to Oban is by ferry.
  4. What is the best time to visit Oban? The best time to visit Oban is during the summer months (June-August).
  5. What are some of the most popular things to do in Oban? Some of the most popular things to do in Oban include visiting the Oban Distillery, McCaig's Tower, Dunollie Castle, the Isle of Mull, and the Isle of Iona.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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