Western Ferries

Western Ferries Our 20 minute Firth of Clyde crossing between Gourock and Dunoon operates 32,000 sailings a year, fr
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Western Ferries is a privately owned company which has operated the fast and frequent crossing between Hunter's Quay (Dunoon) and McInroy's Point (Gourock) across the Firth of Clyde since 1973. This route links the central belt of Scotland with the Cowal peninsula, Argyllshire and beyond. There are sailings from each terminal every 20 minutes throughout most of the day and every 15 minutes at peak

times. The Company operates a fleet of 4 modern roll-on roll-off passenger and vehicle ferries which provide a regular and frequent service, delivering nearly 32,000 sailings, early morning to late at night, over 365 days a year. All our vessels are designed to provide easy access for wheelchair users. There is no need to book or to check-in, this turn up and go service allows you to board the first available ferry quickly and easily.

Thank you to Captain Rhoderic Buchan for this photo onboard Sound of Scarba. Who do you recognise from our crew?
19/06/2026

Thank you to Captain Rhoderic Buchan for this photo onboard Sound of Scarba. Who do you recognise from our crew?

NEW VESSEL NEWS! This was the first time we saw the names and logos. Who else is excited to welcome Sound of Scalpay and...
18/06/2026

NEW VESSEL NEWS! This was the first time we saw the names and logos. Who else is excited to welcome Sound of Scalpay and Sound of Sleat to the Clyde? (Dr Pepper can not included).

SERVICE STATUS FRIDAY 19 JUNE 2026With Sound of Shuna currently in drydock, please be aware that we will be operating a ...
18/06/2026

SERVICE STATUS FRIDAY 19 JUNE 2026

With Sound of Shuna currently in drydock, please be aware that we will be operating a three-vessel service between 2.00pm and 7.00pm, tomorrow (Friday 19 June).

During this period, sailings will depart every 20 minutes from both Hunter’s Quay and McInroy’s Point. From 7.00pm onwards, services will return to the normal published timetable.

We appreciate this is a busy weekend and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Unfortunately, the situation is beyond our control, but our team will be working hard to keep any disruption and delays to a minimum.

Check our sailing status, find ticket agents or get directions to our terminals online at www.western-ferries.co.uk

Western Ferries’ Sponsorship Programme is happy to help support Waterbaby Arts.
18/06/2026

Western Ferries’ Sponsorship Programme is happy to help support Waterbaby Arts.

What’s better than taking a photo of one of our vessels? Being on one of our vessels while you catch the shot of another...
17/06/2026

What’s better than taking a photo of one of our vessels? Being on one of our vessels while you catch the shot of another! Thanks Dominica King for this one.

What a beautiful shot from Devy Collin.
16/06/2026

What a beautiful shot from Devy Collin.

It’s not just dogs crossing with Western Ferries – we carry our fair share of cool cats too. Check out the handsome McGr...
15/06/2026

It’s not just dogs crossing with Western Ferries – we carry our fair share of cool cats too. Check out the handsome McGregor who travels every week across the Clyde to his holiday home with Billy Jean McCormick.

PRECIOUS CARGO ALERTArgyll Sorley Hay chose Sound of Soay for his first journey across the Clyde yesterday. Auntie Liann...
14/06/2026

PRECIOUS CARGO ALERT

Argyll Sorley Hay chose Sound of Soay for his first journey across the Clyde yesterday. Auntie Lianne looks absolutely delighted to welcome her handsome nephew aboard ❤️

SERVICE UPDATE SUNDAY 14th JUNE 2026We will be operating a three-vessel service today.We apologise for any inconvenience...
14/06/2026

SERVICE UPDATE SUNDAY 14th JUNE 2026

We will be operating a three-vessel service today.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and would like to thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

SERVICE STATUS FRIDAY 12 JUNE 12.50The service will operate with three vessels between 2.00pm and 7.00pm, with departure...
12/06/2026

SERVICE STATUS FRIDAY 12 JUNE 12.50

The service will operate with three vessels between 2.00pm and 7.00pm, with departures every 20 minutes from Hunter’s Quay and McInroy’s Point. After 7.00pm, the service will revert to the published timetable.

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused by this temporary change to our schedule.

Address

Marine Parade, Hunters Quay
Dunoon
PA238HJ

Telephone

+441369704452

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