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How to get fromSouth Uist to Castlebayby bus or ferry

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

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  1. Bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from School to Ferry Terminalbus bus W17
    2. Take the ferry from Eriskay Ferry Terminal to Aird Mhor Barra Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    3. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Craigard Hotelbus bus W32
    3h 25m

  2. Bus, ferry via The Square

    1. Take the bus from School to Ferry Terminalbus bus W17
    2. Take the ferry from Eriskay Ferry Terminal to Aird Mhor Barra Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    3. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to The Squarebus bus W32
    3h 26m

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  • Distance: 26.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from South Uist to Castlebay. However, you can take the bus to Ferry Terminal, walk to Eriskay Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Aird Mhor Barra Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry Terminal, then take the bus to Craigard Hotel. Alternatively, you can take a bus from School to The Square via Ferry Terminal, Eriskay Ferry Terminal, Aird Mhor Barra Ferry Terminal, and Ferry Terminal in around 3h 26m.

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