Route information

Oban - Colonsay - Port Askaig - Kennacraig

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.

Up to 16 April: View amended timetable. Normal timetable operates on Wednesdays & Saturdays.

The winter timetable is now finished for the 2025/26 season. The next winter timetables will run from 19 October 2026 - 25 March 2027. We will update customers via our website once we have a release date confirmed.

Events

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

9, 13, 14 July: All sailings on this route will be cancelled on Thursday 9 July and an amended timetable will operate on 13 and 14 July due to the Tiree Music Festival. View timetable details.

17 September: An amended timetable will operate on 17 September for Ceòl Cholasa. View timetable details.

21 September: To support livestock sales, amended timetables will operate on 21 September. 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 foot passengers prior to departure. Late check in may result in space being reallocated or vehicles being refused carriage.

Campervans/Motorhomes/Caravans: these may be allowed on Colonsay, but only by contacting Colonsay Estate on 01951 200211 before you travel.

Before you travel: Read our passenger travel checklist to prepare for your journey.

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• During inclement weather, the vessel may depart Colonsay early. Passengers and vehicles must be available for loading on arrival of the ships.
• Limited increased stopover time can be requested by community for the delivery of goods at the Master's discretion and weather permitting. Contact the Oban or Colonsay port office for more information.