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Tiree to Oban Ferry

Leave from Scarinish for the mainland. Select the Tiree departure and Oban arrival for your date; the intermediate Coll time is not the end of the crossing.

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Route guide

From Tiree’s ferry terminal to the mainland

The winter table lists both island calls and both directions. On the standard Monday pattern, for example, the sailing leaves Tiree at 11:35 and reaches Oban at 15:25. Check dated variations and any livestock-sale amendments before committing to a mainland connection. See CalMac’s winter Coll and Tiree sailing table (PDF).

CalMac requires vehicle occupants and foot passengers to be ready at Tiree 45 minutes before sailing. Arrange a lift or taxi to Scarinish around that deadline, particularly when returning a rental vehicle or travelling with luggage. See CalMac’s Oban–Coll–Tiree timetable and booking guidance.

If the sailing arrives after a planned train, a ticket from Oban does not solve the problem of getting home. Check a later mainland connection or an overnight stop when planning a weather-sensitive winter itinerary. The winter ferry PDF includes example rail times which should be checked with the rail operator.

Book the whole return party for the date you actually need. CalMac says people included together on an online group booking must travel on the same sailing. If some cyclists or walkers may stay longer, make the appropriate separate bookings.

Check the total cost for everyone travelling, including any vehicle, reserved seat, cabin or other option offered. A later arrival in Oban may affect your next connection or accommodation, so compare the whole journey as well as the fare.

For the return journey priced as a single, one adult with a car totals £91.50 on the published winter tariff. That adds the £14.20 adult fare to the £77.30 vehicle fare. Select the right passenger or vehicle category if the group changes. See the CalMac fares valid to 25 March 2027.

Travelling the other way? Read the Oban to Tiree ferry guide.

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Ferry companies

Ferry operators on the Tiree–Oban route

CalMac’s mainland service from Tiree runs on the Oban–Coll–Tiree route. Use the Tiree departure column rather than a time shown beside Coll, and check the row for the right day of the week.

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For a booked passenger party travelling with a car, the car price does not include the driver. Check vehicle length and passenger ages, then compare the full total with the separate foot-passenger fares available. See CalMac’s Oban–Coll–Tiree timetable and booking guidance.

The booking and the boarding deadline apply on Tiree. Even a foot passenger must be ready 45 minutes before departure on this route. Arrange transport from the other end of the island around the time you must reach Scarinish.

Year-round service on scheduled days
Vehicles should be reserved in advance

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Departure and arrival ports

Departing Tiree and arriving in Oban

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Tiree Ferry Port

Tiree’s ferry terminal is the island’s main sea gateway. The island is compact but rural, so arrange a vehicle, bicycle, bus, taxi or accommodation transfer before arrival if needed.

At Tiree, the ferry terminal is at Scarinish. Parking access can be restricted by redevelopment works. Arrange where the passengers and luggage will be dropped off before reaching the loading area. See CalMac’s Tiree terminal and access notice.

Main Tiree ferry gateway
Vehicle space should be booked
Rural onward transport needs planning

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Oban waterfront, harbour and hills on Scotland’s west coast

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Oban Ferry Port

Oban is one of Scotland’s most important island gateways and one of the easiest ferry towns to enjoy in its own right. The waterfront curves around Oban Bay with ferries, fishing boats and views toward Kerrera and Mull.

Allow time to get off the ship in Oban before walking to the railway station or collecting a vehicle. If meeting another island ferry at the terminal, check the second sailing’s own boarding deadline.

Major west-coast CalMac hub
Rail and coach connections

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On board

Your Tiree–Oban crossing

Use the facilities listed for the ship on your departure. Vessel assignments and onboard services can change.

Passenger lounges

Indoor passenger spaces provide shelter and seating for the nearly four-hour sea journey.

Food & refreshments

Catering availability depends on vessel and sailing. Check the current ship if food service is important to your plans.

Vehicle deck

Cars, motorcycles and bicycles can be carried subject to booking and deck availability.

Pets & accessibility

CalMac provides pet and accessibility arrangements, but notify the operator in advance if specialist assistance is required.

Before departure

Prepare for check-in at Tiree

For your Tiree to Oban sailing, keep the booking confirmation and any identification required by the operator ready. Check ticket collection, check-in and boarding instructions before leaving for Tiree.

Your departure terminal

Use the terminal named on the Tiree booking confirmation. Plan the approach, parking or drop-off before departure; the town centre or railway station may be some distance from check-in.

Passenger and vehicle details

Check names and travel details before you arrive. If taking a vehicle, enter its full dimensions and include trailers, roof loads or rear-mounted equipment where required.

Travel documents

Use current official guidance for documents, entry permissions and any vehicle or pet requirements that apply to your journey. Requirements depend on your circumstances and can change.

After arriving

Continue your journey from Oban

Oban is very manageable without a car, with the ferry terminal, railway station and town centre grouped closely around the waterfront.

Most central hotels, restaurants, shops and the ferry terminal are within easy walking distance.

Road transport is useful for castles, beaches and wider mainland Argyll beyond the town.

For an onward connection from Oban, include time to leave the ship and terminal. Check local transport for the actual arrival day, especially if the ferry arrives early in the morning or late at night. A nearby hotel or a later connection may give more flexibility if the crossing is delayed.

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Compare routes for your Tiree to Oban journey

A call at Coll is part of the route pattern on many sailings. It does not in itself provide an alternative through journey home on another day. Check the dated Tiree–Oban service and any notice for island events or livestock sales.

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Common planning questions

Tiree to Oban ferry FAQs

Why does the timetable show two Coll times?

A through sailing can call at Coll between Tiree and Oban. Read across the row from the Tiree departure to the final Oban arrival. Holiday dates may have a different call pattern.

What if our travel party expects to return on different days?

CalMac asks passengers on the same group booking to take the same sailing. Book travellers separately if the group needs different return dates.

How long is the ferry from Tiree to Oban?

The standard winter Monday row gives 11:35 at Tiree and 15:25 at Oban, a passage of 3 hours 50 minutes via Coll. Check your own weekday and any amendments in CalMac’s winter Coll and Tiree sailing table (PDF).

Which ferry operators should I compare for Tiree to Oban?

CalMac operates this route. An Oban arrival shown against a different day or an island-event sailing may not match the example on the standard weekly table.

Where do I check in for the ferry from Tiree?

Tiree’s ferry terminal is the island’s main sea gateway. The island is compact but rural, so arrange a vehicle, bicycle, bus, taxi or accommodation transfer before arrival if needed. Use the terminal and check-in deadline specified on your booking confirmation.

Can I travel with a vehicle or as a foot passenger?

You can travel on foot or with a booked vehicle. Include each person as well as the car, and be ready to board at least 45 minutes before the published departure from Tiree.

How can I find the best Tiree to Oban ferry fare?

Choose the correct island leg in the ferry fare table. The Oban–Tiree rate is different from the Oban–Coll or Coll–Tiree fare; a call at Coll does not turn the trip into a fare to Coll.

How do I continue my journey after arriving in Oban?

Oban is very manageable without a car, with the ferry terminal, railway station and town centre grouped closely around the waterfront. Allow time to disembark and reach your onward transport before a timed connection.

Can I book the return ferry from Oban to Tiree?

Use the return-trip option in the search and check both directions and dates before booking. The Oban to Tiree guide covers the opposite departure port. Availability and sailing times can differ between the two legs.

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