Wemyss Bay port

Located on the Firth of Clyde, Wemyss Bay is historical village with a real sense of character – not least in its impressive Victorian train station. It is also the departure point across the water to beautiful Bute and its main town of Rothesay.

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Port information

CalMac Ferries

Shore Road

Wemyss Bay

PA18 6AR

Opening hours from 28 March 2025 – 19 October 2025

  • Mon - Thu: 6:45 a.m - 8:00 p.m
  • Fri: 6:45 a.m - 9:00 p.m
  • Sat: 7:30 a.m - 9:00 p.m
  • Sun: 8:30 a.m - 8:00 p.m

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 proceed to the ticket office.
  • Pre-Booking of vehicles is strongly recommended.
  • Crossing Time: 35 minutes.
  • Departs hourly – check timetable for exact sailing times.
  • Operates all year round.
  • Connecting rail services at Wemyss Bay.

Check in process

Vehicles

  • Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
  • Please present your ticket to a staff member upon arrival.
  • 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 adventure at the local petrol station, just 250 metres from the port
  • Make sure you have plenty of cash for those island souvenirs and essentials from the local shop, half a mile away from the terminal
  • Check out the Visit Scotland guide to Wemyss Bay to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available

Connections

  • Train: Connect with trains to Glasgow at Wemyss Bay Station, adjacent to the port
  • Buses: Catch the frequent McGills Buses service, just 25 metres from the terminal
  • Taxi rank: Or pick up a local taxi outside the port or book ahead: Inverclyde Taxis 01475 734563
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Isle of Bute