Port Askaig Oban Ferry

The Port Askaig Oban ferry route connects Islay with Scotland. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Caledonian MacBrayne. The crossing operates up to 1 times each week with sailing durations from around 3 hours 55 minutes.

Port Askaig Oban sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Islay to Scotland page.

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How long is the ferry from Port Askaig to Oban?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Port Askaig to Oban is approximately 3h 55m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

Which ferry companies operate between Port Askaig to Oban?

There is 1 ferry operator for Port Askaig to Oban and this is

Caledonian MacBrayne

How can I book ferry tickets from Port Askaig to Oban?

Ferries from Port Askaig to Oban are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Port Askaig Guide

Port Askaig Ferry Port

Port Askaig is a small village on the east coast of Islay, the southernmost island of the Inner Hebrides, Scotland. Askaig offers routes to Colonsay to the north, Kennacraig to the east and to Oban on the mainland, making it one of Islay’s busiest harbours. The port can be found at the northern end of the A846 in the town of Islay, with a bus stop situated outside the terminal, serving the areas of Port Ellen and Ardbeg. The terminal building has a large waiting area where you can relax before you embark. However, if you have time to spare, be sure to wander through the picturesque port village which was voted ‘5th most desirable postcode in Scotland’ by Royal Mail in 2014.

Oban Guide

Oban Ferry Port

Regarded as the seafood capital of Scotland, Oban is the largest town in Argyll on the west coast, offering routes to almost all of the Hebridean Islands. Inside the terminal building, you will find an excellent range of refreshments, a large waiting area and toilet facilities. The port is within easy reach from most Scottish cities, with a number of roads serving the area. If driving from Inverness, simply follow the A82 southbound, whereas if you are coming from Glasgow, head north on the A82. The Oban railway station is situated just fifty metres from the terminal alongside a few bus stops, making it even easier to travel to ‘the gateway to the isles’. In Oban, award-winning seafood restaurants come in abundance, so an exquisite meal is never too far away. The town also boasts some spectacular historic monuments, namely McCaig’s tower, an impressive circular structure overlooking the coast.