Castlebay – Oban
Ferries to Scotland
Castlebay – Oban
Ferries to Scotland
Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Castlebay to Oban. Castlebay Oban ferries cost between 49€ and 322€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Castlebay Oban ferries.
The first Castlebay Oban ferry typically departs from Castlebay at around 06:55. The last ferry usually departs at 14:15.
The Castlebay Oban ferry trip can take around 4 hours 45 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 4 hours 45 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 8 weekly sailings from Castlebay to Oban provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Timetables can change from season to season.
Castlebay Oban ferry prices typically range between 49€* and 322€*. The average price is typically 158€*. The cheapest Castlebay Oban ferry prices start from 49€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 49€*. The average price for a car is 206€*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 April 2025.
The distance between Castlebay to Oban is approximately 143.8 miles (231.4km) or 125.0 nautical miles.
Yes, Caledonian MacBrayne ferries allow cars on board ferries between Castlebay and Oban. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Castlebay and Oban.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Caledonian MacBrayne ferries between Castlebay and Oban.
Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Castlebay to Oban.
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| Castlebay - Oban Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | UK | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Caledonian MacBrayne | |
| Average Price | 139 €* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 5h 0m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 4h 45m | |
| First Ferry | 06:05 | |
| Last Ferry | 06:55 | |
| Distance | 125 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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.
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.
