Mallaig – Armadale
Ferry to Isle of Skye
Mallaig – Armadale
Ferry to Isle of Skye
Depending on the season their are usually 7 daily and 48 weekly sailings between Mallaig and Armadale.Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale. Mallaig Armadale ferries take around 45 minutes. The ferry costs between $23.61 and $107.03, 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 Mallaig to Armadale.
The earliest Mallaig Armadale ferry typically departs Mallaig at about 07:10 and the last ferry usually leaves at 18:00.
Ferries from Mallaig to Armadale sail in around 45 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 48 weekly sailings from Mallaig to Armadale provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Mallaig to Armadale typically range between $23.61* and $107.03*. On average the Mallaig Armadale ferry is $54.40*. The cheapest Mallaig Armadale ferry prices start from $23.61*. The average price for a foot passenger is $33.09*. The average price for a car is $63.85*.
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 Mallaig to Armadale is approximately 6 miles (10km) or 5 nautical miles.
Yes, Mallaig Armadale ferries allow cars onboard with Caledonian MacBrayne between Mallaig and Armadale. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Mallaig and Armadale use our Deal Finder.
Caledonian MacBrayne allow foot passengers on Mallaig Armadale ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Mallaig to Armadale.
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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.
The small village of Armadale and its port lie towards the southern tip of the Isle of Skye. As the main gateway from Mallaig on the Scottish mainland to the Isle of Skye, the harbour provides frequent crossings between the two ports each week. The ferry terminal has a seated waiting area with a bus shelter situated nearby and can be found at the southern end of the A851, a newly improved road connecting Armadale with the rest of the island. Often regarded as one of Skye’s unfairly overlooked destinations, Armadale offers a great deal to those seeking tranquillity in beautiful surroundings. The bay has an idyllic beach, and the stunning 18th Century ruinous Armadale Castle lies just inland.
