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Getting to Barra
By
ferry
From the mainland, Caledonian Macbrayne operates ferries from
Oban to Castlebay. Oban can be reached by direct train or bus
from Glasgow - see Scotrail or
Scottish Citylink for timetables.
If arriving from Uist, there is a ferry from Eriskay to
Ardmhor in the north of Barra.
By air
There are flights from Glasgow to Barra operated by Logan Air.
From the airport, most flights are met by a bus to Castlebay, then
follow directions below, or book a taxi or hire car.
Getting
around
Buses
connect with flights and (sometimes) with the Eriskay ferry,
and will take you to Castlebay. Some of these buses go
on to Vatersay, which will drop you at the door - ask for Nasg and see
directions below. Many people get around in Barra
without a car and the house is within walking distance of shops and
most facilities. Buses are infrequent so pick up a timetable at the
tourist office. Cycles can also be hired in Castlebay (Tel
01871-810284).
Taxis
R. MacMillan 01871-890366
J. Beaton 01871-810590
J. Campbell 01871-810216
Hire cars
Hugh MacNeil 01871-890313
Directions to the house
From
Castlebay, follow the main road towards the west coast (go left
from the ferry terminal). Turn left at the road to Vatersay,
signposted to Vatersay and Nasg. 26 Bentangaval is a few
hundred yards along this road on the left, just before the road starts
to climb a steep hill. It's about a 20 minute walk or 5 minute
drive from the ferry terminal.
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