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Oban to Castlebay Ferry

There are approximately 4 weekly sailings from Oban to Castlebay. This ferry crossing is available with Caledonian MacBrayne. Oban Castlebay ferries cost between $136.02 and $482.54, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Oban Castlebay ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Oban to Castlebay?

The Oban Castlebay ferry typically departs from Oban at around 13:00.

How long is the ferry from Oban to Castlebay?

The average duration of a Oban Castlebay ferry is around 4h 59m. The fastest sailings are approximately 4h 45m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Oban Castlebay Ferry Operator Schedules

On average, there are around 4 weekly ferry sailings from Oban to Castlebay. These sailings are provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.

How much does the ferry cost from Oban to Castlebay?

Oban Castlebay ferry prices typically range between $136.02* and $482.54*. The average price is typically $384.92*. The cheapest Oban Castlebay ferry prices start from $38.62*. The average price for a foot passenger is $136.22*. The average price for a car is $449.3*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

What is the distance from Oban to Castlebay?

The distance between Oban and Castlebay is approximately 143.8 miles (231.5km) or 125.0 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Oban to Castlebay with a car?

Caledonian MacBrayne allow cars to travel on Oban Castlebay ferries. Use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing for car ferries between Oban and Castlebay.

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Oban to Castlebay?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Oban and Castlebay with Caledonian MacBrayne. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Oban to Castlebay?

Currently, you can not bring your pets on ferries from Oban to Castlebay.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Scotland to Isle of Barra page.

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Oban - Castlebay Route summary
Departure Country	UK
Destination Country	UK
No. of Operators	1
Operators	Caledonian MacBrayne
Average Price	A$386*
Average Weekly Sailings	4
Average Sailing Duration	4h 59m
Fastest Sailing Duration	4h 45m
First Ferry	13:00
Distance	125 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

How long is the ferry from Oban to Castlebay?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Oban to Castlebay is approximately 4h 45m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

Which ferry companies operate between Oban to Castlebay?

There is 1 ferry operator for Oban to Castlebay and this is

Caledonian MacBrayne

How can I book ferry tickets from Oban to Castlebay?

Ferries from Oban to Castlebay are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

Oban Guide

Oban Ferry Port

Regarded as the seafood capital of Scotland, Oban is the largest town in Argyll on the west coast, offering routes to almost all of the Hebridean Islands. Inside the terminal building, you will find an excellent range of refreshments, a large waiting area and toilet facilities. The port is within easy reach from most Scottish cities, with a number of roads serving the area. If driving from Inverness, simply follow the A82 southbound, whereas if you are coming from Glasgow, head north on the A82. The Oban railway station is situated just fifty metres from the terminal alongside a few bus stops, making it even easier to travel to ‘the gateway to the isles’. In Oban, award-winning seafood restaurants come in abundance, so an exquisite meal is never too far away. The town also boasts some spectacular historic monuments, namely McCaig’s tower, an impressive circular structure overlooking the coast.

Castlebay Guide

Castlebay Ferry Port

Castlebay is the main settlement and port on the Isle of Barra in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. Once a thriving herring port during the 19th Century with over 400 fishing boats in the harbour, it now provides ferry crossings to Oban on the Scottish mainland and to Lochboisdale, South Uist. The small terminal building is on Pier Road, just off the A888 and has a seated waiting room with free parking available just outside. There is also a bus stop a short walk away. Gazing out to the mysterious islet Kisimul Castle whilst sampling some local toffee from the Heart Hebrides factory is a great way to pass the time. Or you can simply stroll around the harbour to admire the beautiful scenery.