Lochboisdale port

Lochboisdale is the gateway to unforgettable South Uist, an island with a unique identity amongst the Outer Hebrides – split between rugged hills and perfect beaches. Our route connects the island with Mallaig on the mainland.

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Port information

Caledonian MacBrayne

Ferry Terminal

Lochboisdale

HS8 5TH

Opening hours from 21 October 2024 - 27 March 2025

Mon - Fri: 9.00 a.m - 5.00 p.m
Sat: 9.00 a.m - 3.00 p.m
Sun: 9.00 a.m - 12.00 p.m

Key Information

This is a bookable route. We advise you to book and reserve your preferred sailing in advance.
If you arrive at the port without a reservation we may still be able to carry you. Please proceed to the ticket office.
Pre-Booking of vehicles is strongly recommended.
Crossing Time: 3 hours 30 minutes to Mallaig and 5 hours 30 minutes to Oban
Operates all year round.
Connecting train at Mallaig.

This is a bookable route. We advise you to book and reserve your preferred sailing in advance.
If you arrive at the port without a reservation we may still be able to carry you. Please proceed to the ticket office.
Pre-Booking of vehicles is strongly recommended.
Crossing Time: 3 hours 30 minutes to Mallaig and 5 hours 30 minutes to Oban
Operates all year round.
Connecting train at Mallaig.

Check in process

Vehicles

Please arrive at least 45 minutes before departure.
Customers should show their ticket to the car park marshals on arrival.
If you arrive earlier than the stated check in time please do not join the boarding lanes.
If the check-in booth is not manned please follow signs - terminal staff will check you in.
If you miss your booked sailing, or the size of your vehicle differs from that declared, you may have to pay an additional fee.
We reserve the right to amend your booking appropriately on arrival.

Vehicles

Please arrive at least 45 minutes before departure.
Customers should show their ticket to the car park marshals on arrival.
If you arrive earlier than the stated check in time please do not join the boarding lanes.
If the check-in booth is not manned please follow signs - terminal staff will check you in.
If you miss your booked sailing, or the size of your vehicle differs from that declared, you may have to pay an additional fee.
We reserve the right to amend your booking appropriately on arrival.

Foot passenger

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
Proceed directly to the check-in desk within the terminal.
If you arrive earlier than the stated check in time please do not join the foot passenger queue.
If you miss your booked sailing you may incur an additional fee.
We reserve the right to amend your booking appropriately on arrival.

Nearby

Fill up for your Hebridean adventure at the local petrol station, ¼ of a mile away at MacAulay’s Garage.
Make sure you have plenty of cash for those island souvenirs, the nearest cash machine is 300 metres from the port
There is no local shop the nearest is in Daliburgh 3.1 miles away
Check out the Visit Scotland guide to South Uist to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available on the island.

Connections

Connect with the local bus service, available just opposite the port visit Comhairle nan Eilean Siar for more information
Or book with a local taxi company
- Ken’s Taxi / 07887 842401
- Lindsay’s Taxi / 07780 548779

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