Gourock  port

The delightful town of Gourock sits on the Clyde and provides a portal to the Cowal and Rosneath peninsulas. A vibrant destination with beautiful Victorian architecture and an array of lovely cafes, Gourock is a stand-out location.

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Gourock  port

The delightful town of Gourock sits on the Clyde and provides a portal to the Cowal and Rosneath peninsulas. A vibrant destination with beautiful Victorian architecture and an array of lovely cafes, Gourock is a stand-out location.

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Port information

Caledonian MacBrayne

Ferry Terminal

Gourock

PA19 1QP

Waiting room opening hours 27 March - 18 October 2026

  • Mon : 6.00 a.m - 10:40 p.m
  • Tue: 6.00 a.m - 10:00 p.m
  • Wed: 6.00 a.m - 10:40 p.m
  • Thu: 6.00 a.m - 10:40 p.m
  • Fri / Sat: 6.00 a.m.-12:55 a.m.
  • Sun: 8:00 a.m.-10:20 p.m.

Key information

  • You cannot reserve a specific sailing on this route. However, we advise you purchase your ticket in advance.
  • This is a foot passenger only ferry.
  • Crossing Time: 25 minutes.
  • Operates all year round. 
  • Connecting bus, taxi and car hire services at both ports. 

Check in process

Foot passenger

  • Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
  • Proceed directly to the passenger queue.

Nearby

  • Make sure you have plenty of cash for those island souvenirs, the nearest cash machine is at Sainsbury’s supermarket – a 5 minute walk from the terminal 
  • Need some essentials before boarding? Get everything you need at the local shops, 5 minutes walk from the terminal
  • Check out the Visit Scotland guide to Gourock to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available

Nearby

  • Make sure you have plenty of cash for those island souvenirs, the nearest cash machine is at Sainsbury’s supermarket – a 5 minute walk from the terminal 
  • Need some essentials before boarding? Get everything you need at the local shops, 5 minutes walk from the terminal
  • Check out the Visit Scotland guide to Gourock to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available

Connections

  • Train: Connect with trains to Glasgow at Gourock Station, adjacent to the port
  • Buses: Catch the frequent McGills Buses service to Glasgow or Largs from outside the train station
  • Taxis: Or pick up a local taxi outside the train station 
McGills bus outside Nardini's, Largs

Connections

  • Train: Connect with trains to Glasgow at Gourock Station, adjacent to the port
  • Buses: Catch the frequent McGills Buses service to Glasgow or Largs from outside the train station
  • Taxis: Or pick up a local taxi outside the train station 

Connecting ports

Dunoon

Cowal Peninsula

Kilcreggan

Rosneath Peninsula