Rome2Rio

How to get fromFort William to Castlebayby bus, ferry, or plane

Find Transport to Castlebay

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 3 ways to get from Fort William to Castlebay by bus, ferry, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Oban Bus Stationbus bus Ember
    2. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm20
    7h 23m
    £21–138

  2. Bus, fly

    1. Take the bus from Fort William to Glasgow Airportbus bus
    2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Barra Airport (BRR)plane plane GLA - BRR
    6h 20m
    £129–221

  3. Bus, ferry via Oban

    1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lochnell Schoolbus bus 918
    2. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm20
    8h 29m
    £22–140

Fort William to Castlebay by bus, foot, and ferry

Calendar4Weekly Services
Duration7h 23mAverage Duration
Ticket£21Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Fort William to Castlebay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 131.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Castlebay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Fort William to Castlebay. However, you can take the bus to Oban Bus Station, walk to Oban Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Glasgow Airport, walk to Glasgow Airport (GLA) airport, fly to Barra Airport (BRR), walk to Airport Terminal, then take the bus to Co-Op.

Airlines
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides