Calmac website search form

Service status & info

SOUTH UIST:

Mallaig (MAL)/Oban (OBA) - Lochboisdale (LBO)

Be aware

Service updates

Thursday 28th March

Due to tidal conditions, the following timetable will operate:

Depart Lochboisdale 09:40
Arrive Mallaig 13:10

Depart Mallaig 14:00
Arrive Lochboisdale 17:30

Due to strong north easterly winds forecast, this service is at heightened risk of disruption or cancellation at short notice.

To stay informed, download our app or follow our Twitter @CalMac Updates so we can provide you with timely updates, with the latest information we have available. Alternatively, you can also sign up to our service status text updates.

Reason: weather conditions

Last Updated: 28 Mar 2024 12:28

Supplementary information

Until Further Notice
Due to an oil leak, the vessels port stabiliser has been temporarily taken out of operation. As a result, there are now limitations in place regarding the weather and sea states in which the vessel can safely operate and service is at risk of short notice disruption or cancellation.
Our Fleet Management team is working with the manufacturer and external stakeholders regarding options for temporary and permanent repair to allow the stabiliser to return to operation.
Further information on this will be provided as soon as available.

A82 NORTH BALLACHULISH TO ONICH, NIGHTTIME ROAD CLOSURES WITH AMNESTIES

Tuesday 5th to Friday 29th March

BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will undertake essential carriageway resurfacing works on the A82 between North Ballachulish and Onich.
Due to the nature of the works, it will be necessary to close the A82 trunk road in both directions each night from the evening of Tuesday 5th March to the morning of Friday 29th March. No work will be undertaken on Friday or Saturday nights.
The road will be closed each night between 19:00 to 06:00. Amnesty periods will be in place where work on site will be temporarily suspended, vehicles will then be escorted through site at the following times: 8pm, 9pm till 9:30pm, 10:30pm, 11:30pm, 1am and 3am.
The road closure and convoy systems will be removed out-with working hours, however a 30mph speed limit and warning signs will remain in place. Access through the works site for emergency services will be always maintained.

A82 CORRYCHURRACHAN, NIGHTTIME ROAD CLOSURES WITH AMNESTIES
Sunday 21st April to Friday 3rd May 2024
BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will be undertaking essential carriageway resurfacing works on the A82 Corrychurrachan. It will be necessary to close the A82 trunk road in both directions each night from the evening of Sunday 21st April to the morning of Friday 3rd May, a total of 10 nights. No work will be undertaken on Friday or Saturday nights. The road will be closed each night between 20:00 to 06:00. Amnesty periods will be in place where work on site will be temporarily suspended and vehicles will be escorted through site at: 9pm, 10pm, 11pm, 12am, 2am and 4am. The road closure will be removed out with working hours, however a 30mph speed limit and warning signs will remain in place.


Turn Up and Go and Bookable route online purchases. If you have purchased tickets online as a group or for any number of travel companions, for use on any of our Turn Up and Go or Bookable routes, the full party must travel on the same sailing. This applies to both legs of your journey. If you are unsure if all members of your group are travelling together, please complete separate transactions online.

Connecting Services - For customers using connecting services please note these services do not always guarantee a connection, particularly during times of disruption. We advise that you check both CalMac and connecting service websites prior to travel to ensure you can reach your end destination safely.

Stay Safe - When travelling with us, we strongly recommend our customers follow our safer travel guidance. Before travel, take a moment to familiarise yourself with the details.

Payment Information - Contactless payment is quick and easy. If you're travelling with us, please do so using a contactless payment method. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Apple, Google or Samsung Pay. If you need assistance, please speak with a member of staff.

Last Updated: 28 Mar 2024 12:28

Close Don't show again