Claonaig port

Located on the east coast of the stunning Kintyre peninsula, the port of Claonaig is a great alternative route from the mainland to the Isle of Arran. It's a fantastic location to explore the breath-taking coastlines of Kintyre, or visit some of Scotland’s top distilleries.

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Port information

Caledonian MacBrayne

Claonaig

Argyll

PA29 6YG

This is an unattended slipway. Tickets can be purchased on board or online in advance.

Key information

  • You cannot reserve a specific sailing on this route. However, we advise you purchase your ticket in advance.
  • If you arrive at the port without a ticket we may still be able to carry you. Please speak to ferry staff.
  • Pre-Booking of vehicles is strongly recommended.
  • Crossing Time: 30 minutes.
  • Operates during Summer schedule only. 

Check in process

Vehicles

  • Please arrive at least 10 minutes before departure.
  • A crew member will check you in before boarding.
  • If the size of your vehicle differs from that declared, you may incur an additional fee.
  • We reserve the right to amend your booking appropriately on arrival. 

Nearby

  • Fill up for your Arran adventure at the local petrol station, 23 miles away in Lochgilphead.
  • Make sure you have plenty of cash for those island souvenirs and grab any last-minute essentials from the local shop in Tarbert, 10 miles away. 
  • Check out the Visit Scotland guide to Kintyre to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available.

Connections

  • Get a connecting bus to Lochgilphead, just 10 metres from the terminal with West Coast Motors.
  • Or call a local taxi service, PEP Cars 01880 730 369.

Connecting ports

Lochranza

Isle of Arran