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Oban to Islay ferries

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Trip Overview

The ferry between Oban and Islay takes 3h 50m. The ferry runs, on average, once a week from Oban to Islay. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 50m
Duration
55 mi
Distance
£12
Average price
Once a week
Frequency

Oban to Islay ferry times

Ferries run once a week between Oban and Islay. The service departs Oban at 1:20 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Islay at 17:10:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    ferry ferry 3h 50m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Oban to Islay.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 54.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 50m

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

Caledonian MacBrayne operates a ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal twice a week. Tickets cost £10–85 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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