Getting Here - Ferry Services
Oban-Achnacroish Car Ferry
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This ferry operates between Oban and Achnacroish which is in the middle of the island.
This ferry service is operated by Caledonian MacBrayne. There is a limited number of car spaces on the ferry, it is therefore important to reserve your space in advance.
There can be tidal restrictions on some services at around the times of spring tides, so it is important to check the service times.
The journey time is approximately 1 hour.
(bicycles are carried free on this ferry).
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Advice on bringing a campervan is here »
The car ferry is easily accessible from Oban railway station, information about train times and tickets can be found here. https://www.thetrainline.com/
Port Appin-Point Passenger Ferry
This ferry operates between Port Appin and Point which is at the north end of the island.
The journey time is approximately 10 minutes.
Many visitors use this ferry for a day visit, either by foot or bicycle (bicycles are carried free on this ferry).
For further information go to the Argyll and Bute website and select Port Appin to Point ferry. Here you can find timetables and buy tickets. Or call 01631 730383