Lochboisdale – Mallaig
Ferry to Scotland
Lochboisdale – Mallaig
Ferry to Scotland
Depending on the season their are about 9 weekly sailings between Lochboisdale and Mallaig.Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Lochboisdale to Mallaig. Lochboisdale Mallaig ferries take around 3 hours 30 minutes. The ferry costs between $37.82 and $488.05, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Lochboisdale to Mallaig.
The earliest Lochboisdale Mallaig ferry typically departs Lochboisdale at about 05:05 and the last ferry usually leaves at 17:15.
Ferries from Lochboisdale to Mallaig sail in around 3 hours 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 9 weekly sailings from Lochboisdale to Mallaig provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Lochboisdale to Mallaig typically range between $37.82* and $488.05*. On average the Lochboisdale Mallaig ferry is $244.02*. The cheapest Lochboisdale Mallaig ferry prices start from $37.82*. The average price for a foot passenger is $37.82*. The average price for a car is $244.02*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 April 2025.
The distance between Lochboisdale to Mallaig is approximately 103 miles (165km) or 89 nautical miles.
Yes, Lochboisdale Mallaig ferries allow cars onboard with Caledonian MacBrayne between Lochboisdale and Mallaig. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Lochboisdale and Mallaig use our Deal Finder.
Caledonian MacBrayne allow foot passengers on Lochboisdale Mallaig ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Lochboisdale to Mallaig.
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Lochboisdale is the main port and settlement on South Uist, an island in the Scottish Outer Hebrides. Once a thriving fishing port in the 19th Century, the southeastern town of Lochboisdale now offers the only route from South Uist to Isle of Barra, as well as frequent crossings to Oban on the mainland. The ferry terminal is situated at the southern end of the A865 and has a small waiting room and toilet facilities inside the terminal building, with a taxi rank situated just outside. Originally completed in 1880, Lochboisdale’s pier was rebuilt in 1966 to accommodate the new car ferries, allowing the innovative ‘roll-on roll-off’ system to flourish. Also, the Lochboisdale Hotel was built in 1882 and still boasts stunning views overlooking the harbour.
Mallaig and its port have a long history, with the town’s name originating from the Old Norse meaning for ‘Bay of the Seabirds’. Set in stunning surroundings, the local railway station is the terminus of the West Highland Line which was used in the ‘Harry Potter’ films as the Hogwarts Express railway line. The port of Mallaig is situated at the northern end of the A380, known as ‘the Road to the Isles’, and provides frequent sailings to Armadale on the Isle of Skye. Free car parking is available outside the terminal building and the nearest bus stop is just a five-minute walk away. Inside the building, you’ll find a seated waiting area with toilet facilities.
