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How to get fromArgyll and Bute (Region) to Islayby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Islay by bus or ferry

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Ferry Terminalbus bus 926
    2. Take the ferry from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm9
    3h 33m
    £9–57

  2. Line 425 bus, ferry, line 456 bus

    1. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Kirk Cottagebus bus 425
    2. Take the ferry from Tayvallich to Craighouseferry ferry
    3. Take the bus from Jura Distillery to Ferry Terminalbus bus 456
    4. Take the ferry from Feolin Jura Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Jur
    4h 2m

Argyll and Bute (Region) to Islay by bus and ferry

Calendar53Weekly Services
Duration3h 33mAverage Duration
Ticket£9Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 48.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Argyll and Bute (Region), Scotland and Islay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Argyll and Bute (Region) to Islay. However, you can take the bus to Ferry Terminal, walk to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swimming Pool to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal via Kirk Cottage, Tayvallich, Craighouse, Jura Distillery, Ferry Terminal, and Feolin Jura Ferry Terminal in around 4h 2m.

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