What is the cheapest way to get from Islay to Campbeltown?

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Campbeltown is to ferry and bus which costs £12 - £60 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Islay to Campbeltown?

The fastest way to get from Islay to Campbeltown is to ferry which takes 3h 45m and costs £160.

Is there a direct ferry between Islay and Campbeltown?

No, there is no direct ferry from Islay to Campbeltown. However, there are services departing from Port Ellen and arriving at Campbeltown via Ballycastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Islay to Campbeltown?

The distance between Islay and Campbeltown is 77 miles.

How do I travel from Islay to Campbeltown without a car?

The best way to get from Islay to Campbeltown without a car is to ferry which takes 3h 45m and costs £160.

How long does it take to get from Islay to Campbeltown?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Islay to Campbeltown, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Campbeltown?

There are 118+ hotels available in Campbeltown.

Islay to Campbeltown - 3 ways to travel via ferry, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Islay to Campbeltown by ferry, plane, or bus

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Port Ellen to Ballycastleferry
2. Take the ferry from Ballycastle to Campbeltownferry
3h 45m
£160
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Terminusbus 926
3h 46m
£13–59
Fly
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Campbeltown (CAL)plane ILY - CAL
8h 23m
£110–316

Islay to Campbeltown by ferry and bus

52Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.5 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Islay, Scotland and Campbeltown, Scotland?

You can take a ferry from Port Ellen to Campbeltown via Ballycastle in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, Loganair flies from Islay (ILY) to Campbeltown (CAL) once daily.

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