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Wemyss Bay to Rothesay ferry sold out?

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Route: Wemyss Bay → Rothesay

Crossing time

About 35 minutes.

Sailing frequency

Up to 20 sailings per day.

Why this route sells out

Wemyss Bay–Rothesay is one of CalMac's most frequent routes, but Bute is a popular daytrip destination from Glasgow, and Bank Holidays and summer weekends see all vehicle spaces snapped up quickly — sometimes within minutes of going on sale.

Frequently asked questions

Wemyss Bay to Rothesay ferry sold out — what now?

Set a FerryAlert for your preferred time slot. Even with frequent sailings, vehicle spaces on popular dates go fast and we'll catch any cancellations.

How long is the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay crossing?

About 35 minutes.

How often does the Wemyss Bay to Rothesay ferry run?

Up to 20 times per day. Despite the frequency, vehicle spaces on Bank Holidays and weekends still sell out — foot passenger crossings are almost always available.

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