How Much to Hire a Campervan in Scotland

If you’re planning a campervan adventure in Scotland — maybe exploring the Highlands or doing the legendary North Coast 500 — one of the first questions is: how much will it cost to hire a campervan? The answer depends on many factors: when you go, what van you choose, how many people you are, and what comforts you want. Here’s a breakdown to help you budget wisely:

At Staycation Scotland Campers, hire prices vary by season:

In the low season (November to March), prices start at around £115 per night.

In the shoulder months (April and October), rates begin at about £135 per night

And in the peak season (May through September), expect from £155 per night.

They generally ask for a minimum hire period of 3 nights — though during the busiest summer months, the minimum stay sometimes becomes 7 nights.

What You Get — Comfort, Convenience & Flexibility

Staying with Staycation Scotland means more than just a van. Their campervans — Volkswagen, Ford, or Mercedes — are designed for comfort and prepared for adventure:

• Fully equipped with sleeping space, heating/insulation suited to Scottish weather, and usual amenities to get you started.

• Some vans come with bedding included; for others, bedding or sleeping bags are optional extras.

• The hire process is straightforward: reserve with a deposit, pay the balance before your start date, then collect your van near Glasgow and begin your journey either immediately after pick-up or after a short transfer from airport or train station.

It’s a “grab-the-keys-and-go” kind of holiday: perfect if you want spontaneity or plan a full on road-trip around Scotland without the hassle of booking multiple hotels.

Sample Budgets — What a Few Popular Trip Types Might Cost

*These estimates only cover van hire. You’ll still want to budget for fuel, campsites or wild-camping charges, food, and possible extras (bedding, cleaning — depending on the van).

Why Campervan Hire Makes Sense

Hiring a campervan with Staycation Scotland means:

• Flexibility — travel at your own pace, wake up where you like, stay longer if you love a spot.

• Comfort — with heating, bedding (sometimes included), and proper sleeping arrangements.

• Big savings on “hotel + car hire + restaurant + transfers”. Once you hire the van, a lot of your holiday expenses merge: transport, accommodation, cooking.

• A chance to explore remote, magical parts of Scotland — the lochs, glens, coastal roads, Highlands — without worrying about fixed schedules.

Tips to Make the Most of Your Trip

• If you’re looking to save, travel in low- or shoulder-season — you’ll get better rates and fewer crowds.

• Book early for summer: campervans are in high demand between May and September.

• Check what’s included: bedding, cooking gear, heating — sometimes these are extras, sometimes they’re included.

• Plan your route carefully: long drives across remote landscapes can take time — better to factor extra days or stay put at a lovely loch or glen.

• Pack for weather: even summer in Scotland can be chilly or wet — warm layers, waterproofs, rugged footwear help.

Is It Worth It? Yes — If You’re After Freedom, Flexibility and Real Adventure

At the end of the day, hiring a campervan with Staycation Scotland Campers offers a type of holiday that blends convenience, adventure and comfort. For a week-long trip, you could spend around £800–£1,100 on the van alone depending on season — which for a holiday in Scotland, with accommodation, transport and freedom built in, is a strong deal.

Add fuel, food and maybe a few campsite stays — and you have full control over how simple or indulgent your trip becomes. Whether you’re after a wild-camping escape, a rustic sniff of Highlands air, or long days exploring rugged coastlines and tiny villages — a campervan can turn Scotland into your personal playground.