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Route information

Key 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.

20 November - 23 February: View and/or download the timetable for this period in the timetables tab.

24 February – 3 March: View and/or download the combined Lochboisdale/Castlebay timetable for this period in the timetables tab.

4 - 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 the period 27 March to 18 October 2026 will be released on a phased approach and this route is in phase two. Timetables will be available to view and/or download for this route from Tuesday 20 January. Bookings will be available on Tuesday 27 January from 8am online and by telephone from 9am.

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.

Guidance

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