View from the Craignure to Oban sailing

Brittany Ferries · 5h 15m

Craignure to Oban Ferry

Compare every Craignure to Oban sailing. From £35.16 one way, 4 times a day, crossing in about 5h 15m.

  • 5h 15m crossing
  • 29 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Craignure to Oban sailings on Saturday 31 October

4 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Voyager of the Isles
06:05Craignure
5h 29m
★ Cheapest
11:34Oban
£46.06
total
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Only 5 spaces left at this price on the 06:05 sailing.

Voyager of the Isles
11:05Craignure
5h 7m
Foot passenger
16:12Oban
£57.05
total
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Only 12 spaces left at this price on the 11:05 sailing.

Voyager of the Isles
16:05Craignure
4h 58m
⚡ Fastest
21:03Oban
£59.78
total · free changes
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Voyager of the Isles
21:05Craignure
5h 23m
Foot passenger
02:28Oban (+1)
£49.81
total · free changes
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About the Craignure to Oban ferry

Sailing from Craignure to Oban takes around 5h 15m. Brittany Ferries runs the route 4 times a day, and fares start from £35.16. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Craignure to Oban ferry timetable

There are around 29 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Craignure and Oban are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Craignure – Oban Brittany Ferries5h 15m29 £35.16£124.18 Yes
Port Askaig – Oban NorthLink Ferries10h 5m58 £64.11£303.76 Yes
Lismore – Oban NorthLink Ferries10h57 £63.46£298.95 Yes
Tiree – Oban NorthLink Ferries9h 45m56 £62.10£289.03 Yes
Coll – Oban Red Funnel8h 5m46 £52.07£220.57 Yes

How much is the ferry from Craignure to Oban?

One-way fares start at £35.16. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £124.18. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

Brittany Ferries operates the Craignure – Oban crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Craignure to Oban ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Craignure

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Craignure port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Oban guide for the other end.

Craignure to Oban ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Craignure to Oban?

The Craignure to Oban ferry takes approximately 5h 15m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Craignure to Oban?

One-way fares start from £35.16. The average booking on this route comes to around £124.18 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Craignure to Oban?

Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Craignure to Oban ferry run?

There are around 29 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Craignure to Oban ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Craignure to Oban?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Craignure to Oban ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.