Route information

Summer timetables 27 March - 18 October 2026:

Service status: For the latest information on this route, check our service status pages.

Mallaig - Lochboisdale

View and/or download the Mallaig-Lochboisdale timetable for this period in the timetables tab. The scheduled summer timetable for this service operates between Mallaig and Lochboisdale only.

Amended timetable until 10 June Due to the ongoing technical issue with MV Lord of the Isles bow thruster, services will continue to divert to Uig or Oban up to and including Wednesday 10 June. See timetable here

Alternative routes to South Uist There are multiple routes to South Uist in addition to travelling direct from Oban or Mallaig to Lochboisdale. View information about alternative routes to/from Lochboisdale.

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.

Winter timetables 19 October 2026 - 25 March 2027 The winter timetable for this route, for the period 19 October 2026 - 25 March 2027 is now available to view and/or download in the timetables tab on this page. Bookings will be available from 4 August, for more information read our customer update.

Winter Tidal timetables: We will be operating amended timetables due to low tides and on some occasions daylight hours on certain dates throughout Winter 2026 2027. 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.

Campervans/Motorhomes/Caravans: Comhairle nan Eilean Siar (Western Isles Council) request that visitors in caravans, motorhomes and campervans stay in official campsites or designated overnight spots. Plan your trip carefully and stay only in these designated areas. Please follow the P.L.A.C.E visitor code to help to keep the Outer Hebrides special. Before you travel, read about the motorhomes, campervans and caravans standby process.

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