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Ullapool → Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)

The main ferry to the Outer Hebrides, crossing The Minch from the Wester Ross fishing village of Ullapool to Stornoway, the largest town on Lewis and Harris.

⏱ About 2h 40m🚢 1 operator📅 Two sailings a day each way Monday to Saturday and one on Sundays (winter 2026/27)🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly
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Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) ferry at a glance

The ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) takes About 2h 40m across the Minch, operated by Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac). Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: two sailings a day each way Monday to Saturday and one on Sundays (winter 2026/27).

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-29.

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Return crossing: Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) to Ullapool

Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) also sails Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) to Ullapool, taking About 2h 40m. From Stornoway: 07:00 and 14:30 Monday to Saturday and 14:15 on Sundays until 15 November; from 16 November, 07:00 and 14:00 Monday to Friday, 07:00 and 14:30 on Saturdays and 14:30 on Sundays.

Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Winter timetable: until 15 November 2026, from Ullapool at 10:45 and 18:15 Monday to Saturday and 18:00 on Sundays (about 3 hours); from 16 November 2026 to 25 March 2027, at 10:30 and 17:30 Monday to Friday, 10:30 and 18:30 on Saturdays and 18:30 on Sundays (about 2 hours 40 minutes).

CalMac winter timetable 19 October 2026 – 25 March 2027; no sailings on 25 December and 1 January. The summer 2027 timetable runs 26 March – 17 October 2027.

Published departure times

  • 10:45 (to 15 Nov)
  • 18:15 (to 15 Nov)
  • 10:30 (from 16 Nov)
  • 17:30 (from 16 Nov)

Return: From Stornoway: 07:00 and 14:30 Monday to Saturday and 14:15 on Sundays until 15 November; from 16 November, 07:00 and 14:00 Monday to Friday, 07:00 and 14:30 on Saturdays and 14:30 on Sundays.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: CalMac Stornoway–Ullapool winter 2026/27 timetable (updated 21 October 2026). Verified 2026-10-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Ullapool and Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)

📐 45 Nautical Miles
Ullapool⇄Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)
⏱ About 2h 40m · 📐 45 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac)2h 45mMV Loch Seaforth

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

45 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Ullapool is about an hour by road from Inverness; Citylink coaches connect with sailings
  • Stornoway terminal is in the town centre, with buses across Lewis and Harris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book the Ullapool to Stornoway ferry?
Yes, especially with a vehicle in summer. CalMac vehicle space on Hebridean routes often sells out, so book as early as possible.
How long is the ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway?
About 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours. In CalMac’s winter 2026/27 timetable there are two sailings a day Monday to Saturday (10:45 and 18:15 until 15 November, then 10:30 and 17:30 on weekdays) and one on Sundays.
When should I arrive for the Stornoway ferry?
CalMac says drivers and their passengers must be ready to board no later than 45 minutes before departure, and foot passengers no later than 30 minutes before. Book online in advance, even as a foot passenger.
How often does the Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) ferry sail?
Winter timetable: until 15 November 2026, from Ullapool at 10:45 and 18:15 Monday to Saturday and 18:00 on Sundays (about 3 hours); from 16 November 2026 to 25 March 2027, at 10:30 and 17:30 Monday to Friday, 10:30 and 18:30 on Saturdays and 18:30 on Sundays (about 2 hours 40 minutes). CalMac winter timetable 19 October 2026 – 25 March 2027; no sailings on 25 December and 1 January. The summer 2027 timetable runs 26 March – 17 October 2027. This is the pattern published in the CalMac Stornoway–Ullapool winter 2026/27 timetable (updated 21 October 2026) (checked 2026-10-29); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)?
Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Ullapool to Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) ferry?
Pets are accepted on this route, subject to the operator’s rules (for example staying in the vehicle, kennels or pet-friendly cabins). International crossings also require the correct pet travel documents.
How far is Ullapool from Stornoway (Isle of Lewis) by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 45 nautical miles (roughly 83 km).