What is the cheapest way to get from South Uist to Oban?

The cheapest way to get from South Uist to Oban is to ferry and bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 11h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Uist to Oban?

The fastest way to get from South Uist to Oban is to ferry which takes 5h 30m and costs £15 - £130.

Is there a direct ferry between South Uist and Oban?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal and arriving at Oban Ferry Terminal. Services depart four times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from South Uist to Oban?

The distance between South Uist and Oban is 87 miles.

How do I travel from South Uist to Oban without a car?

The best way to get from South Uist to Oban without a car is to ferry which takes 5h 30m and costs £15 - £130.

How long does it take to get from South Uist to Oban?

The ferry from Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where can I stay near Oban?

There are 577+ hotels available in Oban.

South Uist to Oban - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and bus

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

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1. Take the ferry from Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminalferry 20A
5h 30m
£15–130
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Lochmaddy North Uist Ferry Terminal to Uig Skye Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Uig Pier to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 919
11h 42m
£33–98

South Uist to Oban by ferry

4Weekly Ferries

5h 30mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

Caledonian MacBrayne operates a ferry from Lochboisdale South Uist Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal 4 times a week. Tickets cost £15–130 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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