Route information

Tarbert (Loch Fyne) - Portavadie

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 advance purchase of tickets is available. Read our ticket validity guidance before purchasing tickets.

Non-service days: Due to planned vessel maintenance, no service will operate on the following dates: Thursday 16 April, Monday 25 May, Monday 22 June, Monday 20 July, Wednesday 12 August, Wednesday 16 September & Wednesday 14 October.

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.

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.

Key Information:

Service status: Always check our service status pages for the latest information on this route.

Tickets: Advance purchase your ticket online, before you travel. Read our helpful guide on ticket validity.

Check-in: 10 minutes prior to departure for vehicles and foot passengers. Late check-in may result in your vehicle being refused carriage.

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• Maximum laden weight for commercial vehicles may be restricted. Check with Kennacraig port office on 01880 280281 ensure that you choose option 2.