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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmartin to Islay is to bus and ferry via Tarbert which costs £10 - £60 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmartin to Islay is to bus and ferry via Tarbert which takes 5h 3m and costs £10 - £60.

How far is it from Kilmartin to Islay?

The distance between Kilmartin and Islay is 59 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmartin to Islay without a car is to bus and ferry via Tarbert which takes 5h 3m and costs £10 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Kilmartin to Islay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Islay?

There are 51+ hotels available in Islay.

Kilmartin to Islay - 3 ways to travel via bus, ferry, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Kilmartin to Islay by bus, ferry, 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.

Bus, ferry via Tarbert
best
1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Ferry Terminalbus 448
2. Take the ferry from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
5h 3m
£10–57
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Terminal Buildingbus
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Islay (ILY)plane GLA - ILY
5h 17m
£100–232
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Kilmartin Hotel to Bus Stationbus 423 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
6h 5m
£15–92

Kilmartin to Islay by bus and ferry

17Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kilmartin to Islay.

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Kilmartin to Islay. However, you can take the line 23 bus to Lochnell Street, take the bus to Ferry Terminal, walk to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take the line 23 bus to Lochnell Street, take the bus to Terminal Building, walk to Glasgow Airport (GLA) airport, then fly to Islay (ILY).

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