Oban-Lochboisdale
€13,00
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A ferry departs from Oban to the island of South-Uist. The ferry docks in Lochboisdale and is operated by CalMac.
Ferry to Lochboisdale and Oban
Several boats go from Oban to the Outer Hebrides. One of these ferries goes to Lochboisdale. This place is located on South Uist.
- This ferry makes a stopover at Mallaig on the way back. (from Lochboisdale to Oban).
- Check-in is 45 minutes prior to departure for vehicles and 30 minutes for foot passengers.
Tickets and Booking
Ferry tickets on this route can be booked through Caledonian Macbrayne Ferries. When the ferries depart and what the routes are, very much depends on the season and the crowds. In quieter periods the ferries sometimes make a stopover. The exact itineraries can be found on the CalMac website. Summer timetables will come into effect after March 30th.
FAQ
Which ferry companies sail on this crossing?
The ferry between Oban and Lochboisdale is currently operated by: CalMac Ferries.
How long does the Oban-Lochboisdale crossing take?
The travel time of the Oban-Lochboisdale ferry is around: 5 Hours. Please arrive early at the harbor and calculate extra time for check-in and boarding if necessary. How long in advance you need to be present is usually communicated on your ticket or on the website of the ferry operator you sail with.
How often does the Oban-Lochboisdale ferry sail?
You can usually take the ferry from Oban to Lochboisdale (or the ferry from Lochboisdale to Oban) Up to 5 Times p/week. Depending on the season, the amount of people on the ferry and the weather forecast, the ferry company can deviate from the timetable/ferry schedule.
What is the distance between Oban and Lochboisdale?
The distance between Oban and Lochboisdale is approximately 86 miles or 139 km.
Other Guides
These guides might be helpful when booking a ferry.
Use our handy ferry map with all crossings to the Outer HebridesOn the Outer Hebrides ferry page we have an overview of all crossings to Barra, Uig or Lewis. There is also information available about the crossings between the islands that make up the Outer Hebrides.
Discover the best ferry crossings to ScotlandDo you want to go to the Hebrides but don't live in Great Britain? Then discover on this page how you can travel to Scotland by ferry. From Northern Ireland you can go directly to the Scottish Hebrides during the high season.
