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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Lochgilphead is to ferry and line 448 bus which costs £9 - £55 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Lochgilphead is to ferry and line 448 bus which takes 3h 39m and costs £9 - £55.

How far is it from Islay to Lochgilphead?

The distance between Islay and Lochgilphead is 50 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Lochgilphead without a car is to ferry and line 448 bus which takes 3h 39m and costs £9 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Islay to Lochgilphead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lochgilphead?

There are 161+ hotels available in Lochgilphead.

Islay to Lochgilphead - 2 ways to travel via ferry, line 448 bus, plane

There are 2 ways to get from Islay to Lochgilphead by ferry, bus, or plane

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Ferry, line 448 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Lochnell Streetbus 448
3h 39m
£10–52
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Campbeltown (CAL)plane ILY - CAL
2. Take the bus from Wellpark Cottages to Lochnell Streetbus
10h 47m
£76–214

Islay to Lochgilphead by ferry and bus

24Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Islay to Lochgilphead.

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Distance: 49.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Islay to Lochgilphead. However, you can take the ferry to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry Terminal, then take the line 448 bus to Lochnell Street. Alternatively, you can fly to Campbeltown (CAL), take the taxi to Wellpark Cottages, then take the bus to Lochnell Street.

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