Route information

Oban - Colonsay - Port Askaig - Kennacraig

Winter timetable 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026:

Winter timetables for the period 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026 are available to view and/or download in the timetables tab on this page.

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.

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.

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.

• SMS subscriptions Oban - Colonsay - Port Askaig - Kennacraig - Text code 10 Stay updated
• No service 25 December and 1 January
• 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.