There are several ways to get to Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull, all of which will include a memorable ferry ride.
By Ferry
The most convenient and direct ferry sails from Oban to Craignure on the Isle of Mull. The sailing from Oban takes 45 minutes to Craignure and on the return trip, this ferry connects with trains and buses on the mainland. You must book your car on the ferry in advance and you MUST purchase your ticket before getting on the ferry.
You can also get to Mull from Lochaline and Kilchoan on Morvern and Ardnamurchan. No advance booking is necessary on these sailings. Simply turn up at the port of departure, buy a ticket, and go on the next available sailing.
You can get all the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry information here www.calmac.co.uk/destinations/mull
To Oban By Car
Oban – Glasgow 2.5hrs
Oban – Edinburgh 3hrs
Oban – Perth 2.5hrs
All times are approximate.
If you’re taking your car on the ferry you must arrive at the ferry terminal in Oban 30 mins before departure time.
Discover Duart Castle with West Coast Tours
West Coast Tours, a part of West Coast Motors, will offer tours of Duart Castle twice a day from May 1st until September 27th. The tours leave Oban at 9.55 and 12.15, and can ONLY be booked through their website (www.westcoasttours.co.uk). The cost is £37.00 for adults, £19.00 for children. This provides ferry travel to Craignure and back to Oban, transfers to the Castle and back, and admission to the Castle. You will have approximately 1 hour 30 minutes at the Castle, and will be back in Oban at 2.25 or 4.40
To the Castle By The Duart Shuttle
The Duart Shuttle is no longer in operation.
Visitors who travel from Oban on foot should make their own arrangements to travel the 3 miles from Craignure to the Castle.
To the Castle by Car
Duart is well signposted 1½ miles from Craignure on the road to Iona, turning left at the turning to Kilpatrick. Duart is 1½ miles further at the end of this road.
Driving on the Isle of Mull
Most roads on Mull are single track. Please take care and use the passing places to allow overtaking as well as allowing cars from the opposite direction to pass, use the passing space on the left.
Private Boat
It is possible to sail direct to Duart Castle with your own private boat, please contact us for more information. office@duartcastle.com
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