Route information

Key information

Fionnphort - Iona

Winter timetable 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026:

Winter timetables for the period 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026 are available to view below and in the timetables tab on this page.

13 December - 26 March: View and/or download the timetable for this period in the timetables tab.

17 February: View amended timetable.

Summer timetables 27 March - 18 October 2026:

The summer timetable for the period 27 March to 18 October 2026 is now available to view and/or download for this route in the timetables tab on this page and advance purchase of tickets is available. 10-journey tickets will be available to purchase at a date close to the start of the summer timetable in March 2026. Read our ticket validity guidance before purchasing tickets.

26 May: View amended timetable.

Key Information:

Request sailings: Some sailings on this route will operate by request only. Download the timetable for full details. To request, please call our Customer Engagement Centre by 16:00 on the day before travel. 

Service status: Always check our service status pages for the latest information on this route.

Tickets: Advance purchase your ticket online, before you travel. Read our helpful guide on ticket validity. Foot passenger single and return tickets only are available online for this route as vehicle permits are required before travel, once you have this permit, contact our team to purchase a vehicle ticket.

Travelling with a vehicle: you must have a permit to travel to Iona. Apply via Argyll and Bute Council on 01631 569160. (Please allow 48 hours from submission for approval and processing).

Check-in: 10 minutes prior to departure for vehicles and foot passengers. Late check-in may result in your vehicle being refused carriage.

Guidance

  • CheckSMS subscriptions Fionnphort - Iona - Text code 13 Stay updated
  • CheckNo service on 25 December and 1 January

Port and vessel facilities