Armadale port

Armadale is a picturesque village on the southern peninsula of Skye, connecting it to magnificent Mallaig on the mainland. The perfect location to start your island adventure in one of Scotland’s most iconic destinations.

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MV Loch Fyne at Armadale pier

Armadale port

Armadale is a picturesque village on the southern peninsula of Skye, connecting it to magnificent Mallaig on the mainland. The perfect location to start your island adventure in one of Scotland’s most iconic destinations.

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Port information

Caledonian MacBrayne

The Pier

Armadale

IV45 8RS

Winter opening times 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026*

  • Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat: 8.15 a.m. - 6.30 p.m
  • Tue & Thu: 8.15 a.m. - 6.45 p.m
  • Sun: 9.30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m

*Please see festive opening hours below.

Festive Opening hours

Please check the festive opening hours for the Armadale port office.

Key information

  • This is a bookable route.  We advise you to book and reserve your preferred sailing in advance.
  • If you arrive at the port without a reservation we may still be able to carry you. Please proceed to the ticket office.
  • Pre-Booking of vehicles is strongly recommended.
  • Operates year round with reduced service during the winter season. 
  • Connecting rail services to Glasgow Queen Street from Mallaig. 

Check in process

Vehicles

  • Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure.
  • The check-in booth is situated on the right-hand side after the car park entrance.
  • If you arrive earlier than the stated check in time please do not join the boarding lanes.
  • If the check-in booth is not manned please follow signs - terminal staff will check you in.
  • If you miss your booked sailing, or the size of your vehicle differs from that declared, you may have to pay an additional fee.
  • We reserve the right to amend your booking appropriately on arrival. 

Nearby

  • Fill up for your Skye adventure at the local petrol station, 300 metres away from the port. 
  • Make sure you have plenty of cash for those island souvenirs, the nearest cash machine is 300 metres away from the port at the local Post Office. 
  • Need some essentials from the shop? Get everything you need at the local store, 300 metres from the port. 
  • Check out the Visit Scotland Opens in new windowguide to Armadale and the surrounding area to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available on the island.

Nearby

  • Fill up for your Skye adventure at the local petrol station, 300 metres away from the port. 
  • Make sure you have plenty of cash for those island souvenirs, the nearest cash machine is 300 metres away from the port at the local Post Office. 
  • Need some essentials from the shop? Get everything you need at the local store, 300 metres from the port. 
  • Check out the Visit Scotland Opens in new windowguide to Armadale and the surrounding area to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available on the island.

Connections

  • Connect with the Stagecoach local bus service, with the stop just 50 metres from the port. 
  • Or call a local taxi service. Local Taxi Numbers - Donald Nicholson - 07899 952403/01471 844338, Scottish Car Tours 07500 787868/01471 833748, Kyle Taxi Company (Also Car Hire) 01599 534323.

Connections

  • Connect with the Stagecoach local bus service, with the stop just 50 metres from the port. 
  • Or call a local taxi service. Local Taxi Numbers - Donald Nicholson - 07899 952403/01471 844338, Scottish Car Tours 07500 787868/01471 833748, Kyle Taxi Company (Also Car Hire) 01599 534323.

Connecting ports

Mallaig

Highlands