Caledonian MacBrayne Ferry to North Uist - Uig to Lochmaddy Route

About

This crossing takes approximately 1 hour 40 mins, running 7 days a week. There are 1 - 2 crossing a day there and back, depending on which day you travel.

You can travel from Lochmaddy through the chain of islands and cross to the mainland using Caledonian Macbrayne Hopscotch tickets, which give you various options.

The ferry terminal is within walking distance to the village and bus stop.

If you are taking a car, you are advised to book early as the ferry can be very busy, particularly in the summer season. The drive from Inverness to UIg takes approximately 3 hours and from Glasgow/Edinburgh it takes approimately 6 hours. You are required to be at the ferry terminal at least 45 minutes prior to departure.

It is also advisable to check the ferry service status, as ferries can be delayed or cancelled due to adverse weather.

UIG HARBOUR CLOSURE

Please note, Uig Harbour in Skye will close for planned upgrade works from 16 January - 13 March 2023 and 30 October - 11 December 2023. This will affect Tarbert (Harris) and Lochmaddy (North Uist) ferry services and alternative options are detailed here.