Location & Directions
Some helpful advice:
If arriving from the south, be aware if you are using a SatNav System, it will direct you to the shortest route which by two miles will take you instead down the B840 road between Cladich and Ford. Whilst scenic, this 21 mile single track road will add a lot of time to your journey. If you are coming from the Glasgow/Edinburgh area we strongly suggest that if time is of the essence you go via Arrochar, Inverary and Lochgilphead using the A83 then take the A816 towards Oban.
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By Car
By far the best way to travel to the Galley is by car, thus allowing you the flexibility to explore every nook and cranny of this wonderful area.
We are located just over 2 hours from Glasgow. From Glasgow, follow the M8 West to junction 30 (Erskine Bridge), then north on the A82 towards Tarbet. At Tarbet take the A83 passing through Arrochar and "The Rest and be Thankful" and follow the signs for Inveraray and Lochgilphead. At Lochgilphead, take the Oban road (A816). The hotel is in Ardfern signposted the B8002, 15 miles to the north of Lochgilphead.
From Edinburgh either use the same route as from Glasgow, or alternatively head North-West to Stirling on the M9 to junction 10. Continue on the A84 to Lochearnhead and then take the A85 to Tyndrum and onward to Oban. In Oban take the A816. The Galley of Lorne Inn is 24 miles south of Oban off the A816.
From the north west of Scotland aim towards Crianlarich. Thereafter, continue on the A82 to Tyndrum and on to the A85 to Oban. In Oban take the A816. The Galley of Lorne Inn is 24 miles south of Oban off the A816.
From the north of Scotland (i.e. Inverness / Highlands) take the A82 to and through Fort William joining the A828 at Ballachulish. At Connell join the A85 to Oban. In Oban take the A816. The Galley of Lorne Inn is 24 miles south of Oban off the A816. -
By Rail
Oban has a mainline railway station. Local buses operated by West Coast Motors can be caught by the railway station to the village of Ardfern. Please check West Coast Motors website for latest timetables. For national train timetables and tickets, see the Trainline website.
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By Coach/Bus
Oban and Lochgilphead are both served by City Link and West Coast Motors bus companies. Onward travel can be taken from either destination by local bus (operated by West Coast Motors). To plan your journey by coach or bus, visit the Travel line Scotland website or please check West Coast Motors website for latest timetables.
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By Ferry
Oban is the hub of the island ferry service. From Oban ferry terminal onward travel can be taken by local bus operated by West Coast Motors. Please check West Coast Motors website for latest timetables to best coincide with your disembarkation.
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By Plane
Travelling to Argyll is easy and cheap using any of the main air carriers or budget airlines. An hour's flight from London and a 2 hour journey by car will have you arriving at this idyllic West coast location in no time at all.
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By Taxi
Whilst a very expensive form of travel in rural locations, it is possible to take a taxi from either Lochgilphead or Oban to Ardfern. Locally, if you require a taxi, our local operator is Alasdair MacDonald. He can be contacted on either 07808 337731 or 01852 500638.