View from the Tiree to Oban sailing

NorthLink Ferries · 9h 45m

Tiree to Oban Ferry

Compare every Tiree to Oban sailing. From £62.10 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 9h 45m.

  • 9h 45m crossing
  • 56 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Tiree to Oban sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Enterprise of the Isles
06:05Tiree
9h 20m
★ Cheapest
15:25Oban
£76.91
total
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Enterprise of the Isles
08:15Tiree
9h 12m
⚡ Fastest
17:27Oban
£96.46
total
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Enterprise of the Isles
10:25Tiree
10h 28m
Foot passenger
20:53Oban
£89.36
total
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Only 6 spaces left at this price on the 10:25 sailing.

Enterprise of the Isles
12:30Tiree
10h 16m
Foot passenger
22:46Oban
£97.17
total
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Enterprise of the Isles
14:40Tiree
9h 29m
Foot passenger
00:09Oban (+1)
£96.18
total · free changes
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Enterprise of the Isles
16:50Tiree
10h 11m
Foot passenger
03:01Oban (+1)
£109.60
total · free changes
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Enterprise of the Isles
18:00Tiree
9h 35m
Foot passenger
03:35Oban (+1)
£113.04
total · free changes
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Enterprise of the Isles
21:05Tiree
10h 12m
Foot passenger
07:17Oban (+1)
£90.74
total · free changes
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About the Tiree to Oban ferry

NorthLink Ferries operates the Tiree – Oban crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 9h 45m, with one-way tickets from £62.10. 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.

Tiree to Oban ferry timetable

There are around 56 sailings a week on this route, 8 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Tiree and Oban are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Tiree – Oban NorthLink Ferries9h 45m56 £62.10£289.03 Yes
Tiree – Coll Wightlink7h 15m41 £46.80£187.97 Yes
Port Askaig – Oban NorthLink Ferries10h 5m58 £64.11£303.76 Yes
Lismore – Oban NorthLink Ferries10h57 £63.46£298.95 Yes
Coll – Oban Red Funnel8h 5m46 £52.07£220.57 Yes
Castlebay – Oban Wightlink7h 20m42 £47.61£192.85 Yes

How much is the ferry from Tiree to Oban?

One-way fares start at £62.10. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £289.03. 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 Tiree – 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 Tiree 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 Tiree

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 Tiree port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Oban guide for the other end.

Tiree to Oban ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Tiree to Oban?

The Tiree to Oban ferry takes approximately 9h 45m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Tiree to Oban?

One-way fares start from £62.10. The average booking on this route comes to around £289.03 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Tiree to Oban?

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

How often does the Tiree to Oban ferry run?

There are around 56 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 Tiree 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 Tiree 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 Tiree 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.