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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Oban is to ferry and bus which costs £14 - £65 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Oban is to fly and bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £100 - £230.

Is there a direct ferry between Islay and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Oban Ferry Terminal. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Islay to Oban?

The distance between Islay and Oban is 55 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Oban without a car is to ferry via Colonsay Ferry Terminal which takes 4h 15m and costs £11 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Islay to Oban, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 546+ hotels available in Oban.

Islay to Oban - 4 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Islay to Oban by ferry, bus, or plane

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Ferry via Colonsay Ferry Terminal
best
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Colonsay Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the ferry from Colonsay Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminalferry Cm10 / ...
4h 15m
£12–89
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
8h 50m
£10–85
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Lochavullin Car Parkbus 423 / ...
5h 54m
£15–62
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane ILY - GLA
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Airport to Corran Hallsbus
4h 7m
£109–228

Islay to Oban by ferry

1Weekly Ferries

4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.5 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Islay, Scotland and Oban, Argyll and Bute, Scotland?

You can take a ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal via Colonsay Ferry Terminal in around 4h 15m.

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