Route information

Mallaig / Oban - Lochboisdale

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.

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

Until 23 February: View amended timetable.

24 February – 11 March: View and/or download the combined Lochboisdale/Castlebay timetable for this period in the timetables tab.

12 - 26 March: View and/or download the timetable for this period in the timetables tab.

Winter Tidal timetables: We will be operating amended timetables between Mallaig - Lochboisdale due to low tides and on some occasions daylight hours on certain dates throughout winter 2025-2026. View tidal timetable.

Summer timetables 27 March - 18 October 2026:

The summer timetable for Mallaig - Lochboisdale 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. The summer timetable for this service operates between Mallaig and Lochboisdale only.

21, 22 August & 20 September: Due to livestock sales taking place in Lochboisdale, amended timetables operate. View timetable details.

Summer Tidal timetables: We will be operating amended timetables due to low tides and on some occasions daylight hours on certain dates throughout Summer 2026. View tidal timetable.

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

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