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Ferry from Oban to Castlebay

Typically ferry sailings run between Oban and Castlebay run once a day. This ferry route is operated by Caledonian MacBrayne. Oban Castlebay ferries cost between £38 and £249, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Oban Castlebay ferries.

Oban Castlebay Ferry Times

The earliest Oban Castlebay ferry sailings typically depart Oban at around 07:00. The last ferry usually departs at 13:30.

How long is the ferry from Oban to Castlebay?

Oban Castlebay Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 5h 2m. The fastest sailings are approximately 4h 45m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Oban Castlebay Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 1 daily sailings and up to 7 weekly ferry sailings from Oban to Castlebay. These sailings are provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

Oban Castlebay Ferry Prices

Oban Castlebay ferry prices typically range between £38* and £249*. The average price is typically £168*. The cheapest Oban Castlebay ferry prices start from £18*. The average price for a foot passenger is £55*. The average price for a car is £207*.

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

How far is it from Oban to Castlebay?

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

Can I travel by car on the Oban Castlebay ferry?

Yes, Caledonian MacBrayne allow cars on board ferries between Oban and Castlebay. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Oban and Castlebay.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Oban to Castlebay?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Caledonian MacBrayne between Oban and Castlebay.

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

Pets are currently not allowed on board the 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 £168*
Average Weekly Sailings 7
Average Sailing Duration 5h 2m
Fastest Sailing Duration 4h 45m
First Ferry 07:00
Last Ferry 13:30
Distance 125 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-08-12.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Oban to Castlebay?

The ferry crossing time from Oban to Castlebay is approximately 5h. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

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?

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Oban to Castlebay Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 02/09/2024 and 08/09/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Caledonian MacBrayne 07:00 14:00 7 hours Thu
Caledonian MacBrayne 13:10 17:55 4 hours 45 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Caledonian MacBrayne 13:30 18:15 4 hours 45 minutes Mon, Sun
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