Ferry to Outer Hebrides
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You can get ferries to Outer Hebrides from destinations including Ullapool, Uig, Oban & Mallaig. There are up to 41 ferries running per week. Ferries to Outer Hebrides are provided by 1 ferry operator; Caledonian MacBrayne. Book now with Direct Ferries and find a ferry to Outer Hebrides to suit you.
The Outer Hebrides ferry timetable varies depending on the route you choose. The Ullapool to Stornoway ferry sails approximately 11 times per week, with an average duration of about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Meanwhile, the Uig to Tarbert (Harris) ferry sails 8 times per week, with an average duration of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Ferries to Outer Hebrides are provided by Caledonian MacBrayne.
There are 5 ferry ports in Outer Hebrides. Stornoway is the most popular port with 2 daily and 11 weekly sailings.
The duration of the ferry to Outer Hebrides depends on the route. The longest route is Oban to Castlebay with an average duration of 4 hours 45 minutes, whilst the fastest route is Uig to Tarbert (Harris) with a journey time of 1 hour 40 minutes.
The fastest ferry to Outer Hebrides is Uig to Tarbert (Harris). This journey usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes and costs around £118.00 on average.
The most popular ferry route to Outer Hebrides is the Ullapool to Stornoway ferry with 11 weekly sailings and an average price of £190.00. The second most popular ferry to Outer Hebrides is the Uig to Tarbert (Harris) ferry with 8 weekly sailings and an average price of £118.00.
Ferries from Outer Hebrides go to 4 ports. These include Ullapool, Uig, Oban & Mallaig. If you're looking for inspiration on where to go, check out our blog or Instagram.
The price of the ferry to Outer Hebrides varies depending on the route you choose. The Ullapool to Stornoway ferry costs £190.00 on average whereas the Uig to Tarbert (Harris) ferry usually costs £118.00.
The cheapest ferry to Outer Hebrides depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to Outer Hebrides in advance to get them at the cheapest price. For more money-saving tips, take a look at our guide to budget ferry travel.
The cheapest Outer Hebrides ferry is Uig to Lochmaddy with an average price of £30.10. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on Outer Hebrides ferries. Outer Hebrides foot operators include Caledonian MacBrayne.
Yes, you can take your car on ferries to Outer Hebrides. Simply follow the signs at the port and staff will be on hand to guide you into the correct lane. Outer Hebrides car operators include Caledonian MacBrayne.
Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Outer Hebrides. Outer Hebrides bicycle operators include Caledonian MacBrayne.
Unfortunately, you cannot bring your pet on the ferry to Outer Hebrides. However, there are plenty of alternative ferry routes that do allow you to bring your pet with you.
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