NorthLink Ferries · 10h 5m
Port Askaig to Oban Ferry
Compare every Port Askaig to Oban sailing. From £64.11 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 10h 5m.
- 10h 5m crossing
- 58 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Port Askaig to Oban sailings on Saturday 31 October
8 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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Only 7 spaces left at this price on the 05:50 sailing.
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Only 9 spaces left at this price on the 10:05 sailing.
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Only 12 spaces left at this price on the 16:30 sailing.
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★ Cheapest
About the Port Askaig to Oban ferry
NorthLink Ferries operates the Port Askaig – Oban crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 10h 5m, with one-way tickets from £64.11. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.
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.
Port Askaig to Oban ferry timetable
There are around 58 sailings a week on this route, 8 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Port Askaig and Oban are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Askaig – Oban | NorthLink Ferries | 10h 5m | 58 | £64.11 | £303.76 | Yes |
| Port Askaig – Colonsay | Brittany Ferries | 4h 45m | 26 | £32.18 | £109.65 | Yes |
| Port Askaig – Kennacraig | DFDS Seaways | 2h 25m | 12 | £18.15 | £51.24 | Foot only |
| Lismore – Oban | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 57 | £63.46 | £298.95 | Yes |
| Tiree – Oban | NorthLink Ferries | 9h 45m | 56 | £62.10 | £289.03 | Yes |
| Coll – Oban | Red Funnel | 8h 5m | 46 | £52.07 | £220.57 | Yes |
| Castlebay – Oban | Wightlink | 7h 20m | 42 | £47.61 | £192.85 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Port Askaig to Oban?
One-way fares start at £64.11. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £303.76. 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?
NorthLink Ferries operates the Port Askaig – Oban crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Port Askaig 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 Port Askaig
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 Port Askaig port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Oban guide for the other end.
Port Askaig to Oban ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Port Askaig to Oban?
The Port Askaig to Oban ferry takes approximately 10h 5m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Port Askaig to Oban?
One-way fares start from £64.11. The average booking on this route comes to around £303.76 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Port Askaig to Oban?
NorthLink Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Port Askaig to Oban ferry run?
There are around 58 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 8 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Port Askaig 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 Port Askaig 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 Port Askaig 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.
Alternative crossings
Other ways to make the same journey, and nearby routes worth comparing.
Port Askaig to Colonsay
from £32.18
Port Askaig to Kennacraig
from £18.15
Lismore to Oban
from £63.46
Tiree to Oban
from £62.10
Coll to Oban
from £52.07
Castlebay to Oban
from £47.61
Lochboisdale to Oban
from £46.66
Colonsay to Oban
from £46.08
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