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How to book a Ferry to Oban

How to book a Ferry to Oban

Use Direct Ferries to compare and book your Ferry to Oban in Scotland to get the best deal.

Not only will you get a ferry price for your chosen sailing but we’ll also show you prices for ferries to Oban around your preferred departure time as well as sailings to alternative destinations to ensure you get the best available price for your trip.

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Oban Ferry Services

Oban Ferry

Oban port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Oban?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Oban from 3 different ports. These include Craignure, Castlebay & Tiree.

Oban schedules

Ferries to Oban sail up to 11 times a day and up to 73 times a week.

Oban operators

Ferries to Oban are operated by 1 operators including Caledonian MacBrayne.

How long is the ferry to Oban?

The duration of the ferry to Oban depends on the route you choose. The Craignure to Oban is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 50 minutes, whilst Castlebay to Oban is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 4 hours 45 minutes.

Bear in mind that Oban ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Oban ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Oban

There are currently 3 different ferry routes to Oban.

Craignure to Oban

Castlebay to Oban

Tiree to Oban

Popular ferry routes to Oban

Craignure to Oban is the most popular route, with 9 daily and 59 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 50 minutes and costs 14 on average. 

The second most popular route is Castlebay to Oban which takes around 4 hours 45 minutes and costs 91 on average. There are 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Oban go to?

Oban ferries currently sail to 3 ports including Craignure, Castlebay & Tiree.


Oban ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Oban?

Oban ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Oban ferry cost. 

Craignure to Oban is the cheapest ferry, costing $19 on average. There are 9 daily and 59 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 50 minutes.


Getting the ferry to Oban with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Oban?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Oban with 1 operators. Car operators include Caledonian MacBrayne. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Oban?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Oban with 1 operators including Caledonian MacBrayne.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Oban?

Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Oban with 1 operators. These include Caledonian MacBrayne

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Oban?

Unfortunately, you cannot take your pet on ferries to Oban.


How to book ferry tickets to Oban

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Oban online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

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