How to get to Jura

The Isle of Jura was described as "ungettatable" by George Orwell when he was writing his famous novel '1984' on Jura.  Fortunately it's not that difficult these days, and there are a number of options to get here, but it does take a bit of planning!

Jura Passenger Ferry

If you don't need a car while on Jura, this is our favourite way to get to Jura. The Jura Passenger Ferry crosses between Tayvallich, on the mainland, and Craighouse on Jura, and the landing pontoon in the village is only a 10 minute stroll to Lorne Cottage.

Car Ferry

Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) sail to neighbouring Islay from Kennacraig, on the Scottish mainland, to either Port Ellen or Port Askaig on a regular basis.  You can check out the current schedules online at calmac.co.uk.  From Islay it's a short journey from Port Askaig to Feolin on the Jura Ferry, which takes around 10 minutes to cross the Sound of Islay.  You will likely need a car (or bike if you're feeling fit) for this route, although there is a limited bus service available on both Islay and Jura.  Be sure to check that the connections work if you are planning to come over as a foot passenger with CalMac, we've been stranded on Islay before!

By Air

There are regular scheduled flights between Glasgow (GLA) and Islay (ILY) airports with Logan Air.