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Vatersay & Barra loop from Castlebay — Outer Hebrides

Vatersay & Barra loop from Castlebay — Outer Hebrides

Moderate

4.7

(3)

262

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Vatersay & Barra loop from Castlebay — Outer Hebrides

02:08

44.7km

440m

Road cycling

Embark on the Vatersay & Barra loop from Castlebay, a moderate road cycling route that covers 27.8 miles (44.7 km) with 1451 feet (442 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 2 hours and 8 minutes. You will cycle past white sandy beaches, rugged hills, and lochan-speckled moors, enjoying panoramic…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Start point

Ferry Terminal

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486 m

View of Kisimul Castle from Castlebay

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The main village on Barra island, Castlebay is a lovely place that gives a taste of Hebridean life. Here, you find a smattering of quaint shops and cafes, several grocery …

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9.95 km

Vatersay

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Vatersay is the most southern of the main Outer Hebrides and the start (or end) of the 185mile Hebridean Way cycle trail. Some people go down to the beach and …

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31.4 km

Aird Mhòr Barra Ferry Terminal

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The ferry here crosses to Coilleag on Eriskay. It's a regular service but timings vary with the seasons and weather so check calmac.co.uk/barra-eriskay-ferry-winter-timetable for the latest times.
Ardmhor Coffee is at the port with coffee and cake available.

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44.7 km

End point

Ferry Terminal

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.8 km

20.8 km

117 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

32.3 km

12.4 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 25 May

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Vatersay & Barra loop from Castlebay — Outer Hebrides

View of Kisimul Castle from Castlebay

Vatersay

Aird Mhòr Barra Ferry Terminal

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