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How to get fromCastlebay to North Uistby ferry or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Castlebay to North Uist by ferry or bus

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  1. Ferry, bus via Police Station

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    1. Take the ferry from Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal to Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm20
    2. Take the bus from Police Station to Schoolbus bus W17
    4h 59m

  2. Ferry, bus

    1. Take the ferry from Aird Mhor Barra Ferry Terminal to Eriskay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm21
    2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Schoolbus bus W17
    6h 12m

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  • Distance: 62.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Castlebay, Scotland and North Uist, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Castlebay to North Uist. However, you can take the ferry to Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal, walk to Police Station, take the bus to School, then take the bus to Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Craigard Hotel to Ferry Terminal via Ferry Terminal, Aird Mhor Barra Ferry Terminal, Eriskay Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, and School in around 6h 12m.

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