Route information

Islay: Kennacraig – Port Ellen/Port Askaig

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.

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

Summer timetables 27 March - 18 October 2026:

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 bookings are open.

Islay summer timetable booking information - We expect a larger vessel, MV Isle of Islay, to be in service along with MV Finlaggan during the summer timetable. Until we have a confirmed entry date for MV Isle of Islay, bookings between Kennacraig and Islay are based on the current scenario - using MV Finlaggan and a vessel with smaller capacity. If you are unable to book on your preferred sailing/date in the summer timetable, please continue to check back as once MV Isle of Islay's entry date is confirmed, it will be added into the booking system and this will release additional availability.

23 & 30 May, 1 & 2 June: An amended timetable will operate on 23 & 30 May, 1 & 2 June for Fèis Ìle. View timetable details.

13 - 15 July: Due to Tiree Music Festival, amended timetables will operate on 13 & 14 July. On 15 July, the 07:00 sailing will operate from Port Askaig, not Port Ellen. View timetable details.

Key Information:

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

Tickets: Book your ticket online, in advance of travel, even if you’re a foot passenger. All vehicles and passengers must have a valid ticket prior to travel.

Check-in: 30 minutes for vehicles and 10 minutes for foot passengers prior to departure. Late check in may result in space being reallocated or vehicles being refused carriage.

• No service 25 December and 1 January
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