United Kingdom (Scotland)
Port Askaig (Islay) → Feolin (Isle of Jura)
The council-run ferry across the Sound of Islay from Port Askaig to Feolin — the only car route onto Jura, the wild island of the Paps and the Jura distillery.
Port Askaig (Islay) to Feolin (Isle of Jura) ferry at a glance
The ferry from Port Askaig (Islay) to Feolin (Isle of Jura) takes Short crossing (time not published) across the Sound of Islay, operated by Argyll and Bute Council (Jura Ferry). Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: frequent turn-up-and-go sailings Monday–Saturday; seven on Sundays.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
Sources: argyll-bute.gov.uk · argyll-bute.gov.uk · juraferry.argyll-bute.gov.uk · How we verify
Return crossing: Feolin (Isle of Jura) to Port Askaig (Islay)
Argyll and Bute Council (Jura Ferry) also sails Feolin (Isle of Jura) to Port Askaig (Islay), taking Short crossing (time not published). The ferry leaves Feolin straight after arriving, so return times track the Port Askaig departures.
Port Askaig (Islay) to Feolin (Isle of Jura) ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Frequent sailings Monday–Saturday from 06:15 to about 18:30; seven sailings on Sundays from 08:30
Timetable valid 24 July – 18 October 2026; winter timetable 19 October 2026 – 25 March 2027.
Return: The ferry leaves Feolin straight after arriving, so return times track the Port Askaig departures.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Argyll and Bute Council (Jura Ferry) timetable →Source: Argyll and Bute Council Islay–Jura ferry timetable. Verified 2026-09-29.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Port Askaig (Islay) and Feolin (Isle of Jura)
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Argyll and Bute Council (Jura Ferry) | Short crossing | Vehicle and passenger ferry |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
Pets allowed with valid documents
Distance
0.7 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Port Askaig is also the CalMac terminal for Kennacraig and Colonsay sailings
- Local buses stop about 20 metres from Port Askaig pier
Tips for the Port Askaig (Islay) to Feolin (Isle of Jura) Crossing
- Turn-up-and-go: be at the pier 10 minutes before sailing
- The ferry turns round quickly at Feolin, so be there before its departure time from Port Askaig