Colintraive port

Situated on the hidden gem of the Cowal peninsula, Colintraive is a delightful wee village full of local hospitality and history. It is strategically located at the narrowest point between the mainland and Bute.

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Colintraive port

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Port information

Caledonian MacBrayne

Ferry Terminal

Colintraive

PA22 3AP

Summer opening hours from 19 October 2026 - 25 March 2027

Mon - Sat: 7:00 a.m – 6:00 p.m
Sun: 8:00 a.m – 6:00 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.
Crossing Time: 5 minutes.
Operates all year round.

Check in process

Vehicles

Please arrive at least 10 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 Bute adventure at the local petrol station, located 30 miles away in Strachur.
Need some cash for those island souvenirs? Or to grab some last-minute supplies? the nearest cash machine and shop is only 250 metres from the terminal.
Check out the Visit Scotland Opens in new windowguide to Colintraive to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings.

Nearby

Fill up for your Bute adventure at the local petrol station, located 30 miles away in Strachur.
Need some cash for those island souvenirs? Or to grab some last-minute supplies? the nearest cash machine and shop is only 250 metres from the terminal.
Check out the Visit Scotland Opens in new windowguide to Colintraive to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings.