Castlebay – Oban
Ferry to Scotland
Castlebay – Oban
Ferry to Scotland
Depending on the season their are about 8 weekly sailings between Castlebay and Oban.Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Castlebay to Oban. Castlebay Oban ferries take around 4 hours 45 minutes. The ferry costs between $93.36 and $614.84, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Castlebay to Oban.
The earliest Castlebay Oban ferry typically departs Castlebay at about 06:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 14:15.
Ferries from Castlebay to Oban sail in around 4 hours 45 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 4 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider 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.
The price of a ferry from Castlebay to Oban typically range between $93.36* and $614.84*. On average the Castlebay Oban ferry is $300.89*. The cheapest Castlebay Oban ferry prices start from $93.36*. The average price for a foot passenger is $93.36*. The average price for a car is $393.32*.
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 144 miles (231km) or 125 nautical miles.
Yes, Castlebay Oban ferries allow cars onboard with Caledonian MacBrayne between Castlebay and Oban. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Castlebay and Oban use our Deal Finder.
Caledonian MacBrayne allow foot passengers on Castlebay Oban ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Castlebay to Oban.
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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.
