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Last Updated: 25 Feb 2021 20:57

Friday 12th - Sunday 28th February

We are operating a reduced timetable between 12 February and 28 February 2021 as a result of reduced crew availability during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can view the timetable here. 

Essential Carriageway Maintenance - A78 - The Lighthouses to Kelly Burn

Friday 26th March to Monday 29th March

Works have been rescheduled to take place with a full weekend closure of the A78 carriageway, from Friday 26th March at 20:00 to Monday 29th March at 06:00.

The A78 will be closed at Wemyss Bay, with a signed diversion route in place for A78 trunk road traffic between Greenock and Largs.

A diversion route will be in place representing an increase in journey distance of approx. 35 km and an increase in journey time of approx. 37 minutes.

Additional journey time will be required if travelling along the diversion route.

There will be no provision for abnormal loads through the closure area or the diversion route.

Emergency services will not be affected – special arrangements will be in place to grant access through the closure area.

Access and egress to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal will be maintained from the South only.

Traffic wishing to access the Ferry Terminal will be required to do so from the South, and traffic exiting the Ferry Terminal will be required to travel South and follow the signed diversion.

Payment Information - Due to Covid-19 restrictions, we are not accepting cash payment for ticket transactions. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Apple, Google or Samsung Pay. If you need assistance, please speak with a member of staff.

Travelling in a vehicle - Due to limited passenger numbers on the vessel, all passengers MUST remain in their vehicles for the duration of this crossing.

When travelling on our 'turn up and go' routes, please:

- Remember wait times may be extended for vehicles and foot passengers.

- Follow updated advice on how to travel safely.