Wemyss Bay-Rothesay
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From Wemyss Bay (near Skelmorlie) you can take a ferry to Rothesay which is located on the Isle of Bute. This route is operated by CalMac ferries.
Ferry to Rothesay (Isle of Bute) and Wemyss Bay
This populair ferry brings passengers to the isle of Bute. This isle is pretty easy to reach from Glasgow.
- Check-in is 20 minutes prior to departure for vehicles and 10 minutes for foot passengers.
- This ferry is operated as a turn up and go service.
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 Wemyss Bay and Rothesay is currently operated by: CalMac Ferries.
How long does the Wemyss Bay-Rothesay crossing take?
The travel time of the ferry is around: 36 minutes. Check-in is 20 minutes prior to departure for vehicles and 10 minutes for foot passengers. Late check-in may lead to refusal of carriage.
How often does the Wemyss Bay-Rothesay ferry sail?
This is one of the busiest routes in the area. You can usually take the ferry up to 17 times per day. Depending on the season, the number of people on the ferry, and the weather forecast, the ferry company can deviate from the timetable or regular ferry schedule. This ferry is a ‘turn up and go' service
What is the distance between emyss Bay and Rothesay?
The distance between the ports is approximately 7,5 miles or 12 km.
Other Guides
If you want more information about the destinations, you can use one of our handy ferry guides. These could be relevant for you:
Scottish HebridesDo you want to travel by ferry to the Scottish Hebrides? Use our guide and ferry maps of the Hebrides. Also view ferry information on popular islands such as Skye, Islay, Mull.
Firth of ClydeThe Firth of Clyde, west of Glasgow, has quite a few crossings. View routes to Arran, Bute, Cumbrae, Kintyre, Dunoon and more.
