Uig – Tarbert
Ferry to Outer Hebrides
Uig – Tarbert
Ferry to Outer Hebrides
Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 11 weekly sailings between Uig and Tarbert.Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Uig to Tarbert. Uig Tarbert ferries take around 1 hour 40 minutes. The ferry costs between $129.80 and $347.32, 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 Uig to Tarbert.
The earliest Uig Tarbert ferry typically departs Uig at about 05:15 and the last ferry usually leaves at 19:15.
Ferries from Uig to Tarbert sail in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 1 hour 40 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 11 weekly sailings from Uig to Tarbert provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Uig to Tarbert typically range between $129.80* and $347.32*. On average the Uig Tarbert ferry is $259.60*. The cheapest Uig Tarbert ferry prices start from $129.80*. The average price for a foot passenger is $79.70*. The average price for a car is $259.60*.
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 Uig to Tarbert is approximately 37 miles (59km) or 32 nautical miles.
Yes, Uig Tarbert ferries allow cars onboard with Caledonian MacBrayne between Uig and Tarbert. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Uig and Tarbert use our Deal Finder.
Caledonian MacBrayne allow foot passengers on Uig Tarbert ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Uig to Tarbert.
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The port of Uig lies on the west coast of the Trotternish peninsula on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. Uig is both an ideal gateway and base to explore the beautiful Isle of Skye, with frequent crossings to and from Lochmaddy and Tarbert every day. The Uig ferry terminal is situated at the northern end of the A87 in the village of Idrigil, so it’s within easy reach from most towns on Skye and the northern mainland. There is also a bus stop located outside the terminal building next to the ticket office. The terminal itself has a large, seated waiting room, a public telephone and toilet facilities, ensuring your journey is as comfortable as possible from the start. This particular area of Skye is renowned for its magnificent rock formations and captivating historical landmarks, so be sure to see as many as you can during your visit.
