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 926 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £12 - £60.

How far is it from Islay to Lochgilphead?

The distance between Islay and Lochgilphead is 49 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 926 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £12 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Islay to Lochgilphead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lochgilphead?

There are 158+ hotels available in Lochgilphead.

Islay to Lochgilphead - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 926 bus, plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, line 926 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Kilmory Road End926
3h 36m
£13–56
Ferry, line 448 bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Lochnell Street448
3h 39m
£10–52
Fly to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)ILY - GLA
2. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Kilmory Road End
3h 58m
£96–211
Fly to Campbeltown, bus
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Campbeltown (CAL)ILY - CAL
2. Take the bus from Wellpark Cottages to Kilmory Road End
10h 17m
£89–243

Islay to Lochgilphead by ferry and bus

26Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Islay to Lochgilphead.

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Distance: 49.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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 926 bus to Kilmory Road End. Alternatively, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, then take the bus to Kilmory Road End.

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