Getting to & from Barra Airport
BRR · Transport, directions & city-centre hotels
About 15 minutes by car from Castlebay, the island’s main village.
Distance is a straight-line estimate adjusted for typical roads and is approximate. Journey times and fares below are indicative — always check with the operator before you travel.
Transport to & from Barra Airport
Ways to travel between Barra Airport and Eoligarry. All options work in both directions.
The island bus connects Castlebay and the airport, timed around scheduled flights.
Taxis on Barra are limited; pre-booking is strongly recommended.
Driving & parking
Arriving by car or being dropped off? Here is what to know.
Short-stay, long-stay and drop-off options are available. Booking in advance is usually cheaper than turning up on the day.
Compare parking at Barra AirportLicensed taxis wait at the rank outside arrivals, and ride-hailing apps operate at most airports. If someone is dropping you off, follow signs for the designated drop-off zone — many airports now charge a fee for this.
Book an airport taxi online
Prefer a door-to-door transfer? Book a private airport taxi in advance with a fixed price and a driver waiting when you land.
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City-centre hotels for arriving passengers
Flying into Barra Airport and staying over? Browse hotels in Eoligarry to be close to the action when you land.
Compare availability and prices for a wide choice of city-centre hotels near where you are arriving.
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