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Ardgartan to Barra

Updated: March 25, 2024 11:25 PM
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Ardgartan to Barra - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Barra is English. However, Gaelic is also spoken by a significant minority of the population.

Currency

The currency of Barra is the British pound sterling (£).

Distance

The distance from Ardgartan to Barra is approximately 100 miles (160 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are a few different ways to get from Ardgartan to Barra. You can take a ferry from Oban to Castlebay, which takes about 3 hours. You can also take a bus from Glasgow to Oban, and then take a ferry from Oban to Castlebay. This option takes about 5 hours.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Ardgartan to Barra will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. The ferry from Oban to Castlebay costs around £20, while the bus from Glasgow to Oban costs around £10. The cost of accommodation in Barra will also vary depending on the type of accommodation you choose. A bed in a hostel will cost around £15 per night, while a room in a hotel will cost around £50 per night.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Barra is during the summer months (May-September). The weather is generally mild during this time of year, and there are more daylight hours.

What to Eat

There are a number of great places to eat in Barra. Some of the most popular dishes include fish and chips, seafood chowder, and Barra lobster.

Where to Go

There are a number of things to see and do in Barra. Some of the most popular attractions include:

  • Kisimul Castle
  • Barra Beach
  • The Vatersay Causeway

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about traveling from Ardgartan to Barra:

  • How long does it take to get from Ardgartan to Barra? It takes about 3 hours to take the ferry from Oban to Castlebay, and about 5 hours to take the bus from Glasgow to Oban and then take the ferry to Castlebay.
  • How much does it cost to get from Ardgartan to Barra? The cost of traveling from Ardgartan to Barra will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. The ferry from Oban to Castlebay costs around £20, while the bus from Glasgow to Oban costs around £10.
  • What is the best time to visit Barra? The best time to visit Barra is during the summer months (May-September). The weather is generally mild during this time of year, and there are more daylight hours.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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