BARRA :
Oban (OBA) - Castlebay (CAS)
Be aware
Service updates
Saturday 27th April – Friday 10th May
During this period further changes to the timetable have been made due to community feedback.
Please see timetable here.
We are currently updating our reservation system to reflect these changes, whilst we do so some sailings may be unavailable.
To stay informed, download our app or follow our Twitter @CalMac_Updates so we can provide you with timely updates, with the latest information we have available. Alternatively, you can also sign up to our service status text updates.
Reason: operational
Last Updated: 03 May 2024 05:28
Supplementary information
Friday 3rd May
Please be aware the Castlebay port office will be closed between 09:00 and 15:00 for staff training.
The Lochboisdale office can be contacted on 01878 790218 (option 2) during this period. We apologise for this inconvenience.
Wednesday 8th May
Please be advised during the period of MV Finlaggan overhaul, the Oban - Castlebay connections via Coll and Tiree have been cancelled.
A82 CORRYCHURRACHAN, NIGHTTIME ROAD CLOSURES
Sunday 26th May to Friday 7th June
BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will be undertaking essential carriageway resurfacing works on the A82 Corrychurrachan. Due to the nature of the works, it will be necessary to close the A82 trunk road in both directions each night from the evening of Sunday 26th May to the morning of Friday 7th June, a total of 10 Nights. No work will be undertaken on Friday or Saturday nights. The road will be closed each night between 20:00pm to 06:00am. Amnesty periods will be in place where work on site will be temporarily suspended and vehicles will then be escorted through site, which will operate at the following times: 9pm, 10pm, 11pm, 12am, 2am and 4am. The road closure will be removed out with working hours, however a 30mph speed limit and warning signs will remain in place, as traffic will be travelling over a temporary road surface. Access through the works site for emergency services will be always maintained.
Turn Up and Go and Bookable route online purchases. If you have purchased tickets online as a group or for any number of travel companions, for use on any of our Turn Up and Go or Bookable routes, the full party must travel on the same sailing. This applies to both legs of your journey. If you are unsure if all members of your group are travelling together, please complete separate transactions online.
Connecting Services - For customers using connecting services please note these services do not always guarantee a connection, particularly during times of disruption. We advise that you check both CalMac and connecting service websites prior to travel to ensure you can reach your end destination safely.
Connecting Bus Connections - Citylink have made some improvements for summer timetable connections between Oban and Glasgow. Visit citylink.co.uk for the latest timetables.
Stay Safe - When travelling with us, we strongly recommend our customers follow our safer travel guidance. Before travel, take a moment to familiarise yourself with the details.
Payment Information - Contactless payment is quick and easy. If you're travelling with us, please do so using a contactless payment method. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Apple, Google or Samsung Pay. If you need assistance, please speak with a member of staff.
Last Updated: 03 May 2024 05:28
