MV Loch Alainn 

The MV Loch Alainn, Loch Àlainn in Gaelic, sails from Barra to Eriskay, transporting the island community and those looking to discover the wonderful Outer Hebrides across the sound of Barra.

CalMac ferry MV Loch Alainn at Eriskay slipway on a bright day. Beach, a gentle hill and blue sky behind the ferry.

Relax and enjoy the ride

Onboard the MV Loch Alainn you can find a ship perfectly tailored for a short, comfortable crossing. Relax on our snug passenger lounge (accessed from the car deck, furry friends welcome) or take a seat outside on our deck and marvel at the natural beauty of Scotland’s landscape as it gently drifts past.

Girl standing at railings looking out to sea
woman and little boy looking out of window
three red chairs out on deck
Dogs sitting in pet area
Father and his daughters standing on deck looking out to sea
A woman on a beach, wearing a grey CalMac hoodie with the writing The Black Cuillin. She is staring to the sea in front of her.

Shop our island inspired merchandise

Designed to connect you with your favourite memories of the west coast. From exclusive sweatshirts and hoodies to cosy up in, each item of clothing features an iconic island-inspired design and is hand-printed in Scotland on organic and vegan-approved products.

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Proud to promote Scottish produce

Scotland is renowned for the quality of its natural produce and we have worked hard to identify the best small businesses providing excellence in a vast variety of fresh food. Read more about our suppliers and their remarkable stories, and try to recreate one of our delicious recipes at home.

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A farmer in a field with her hands out welcoming two highland cows towards her

Meet our suppliers

Get to know our local suppliers.

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Try our onboard recipes from home

How to make some of your onboard favourites at home