Stay updated with Caledonian MacBrayne service information
We have a number of options to keep you keep updated with the latest service information for all of our routes. Find out more below.
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Before you travel: Check the service status of your route
We have a number of options to keep you keep updated with the latest service information for all of our routes. Find out more below.
Our service status pages provide you with detailed information on the current journey status of each of the routes in the Caledonian MacBrayne network.
Below is a summary of the situations that would most commonly appear under each status.
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Normal status - Green |
Services on this route are running normally without disruption. |
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Be Aware - Yellow |
Services on this route are currently running normally, however there is a heightened possibility of disruption. Be aware and keep checking the route's service status web pages for the latest information. Also, if one or more sailings on this route are slightly delayed (30 minutes or less), this status would be displayed. This icon may also be used to inform customers of service information such as reminders of tidal changes, which are notified in our Service Changes page, short-term amended timetables, or where extra sailings have been added. |
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Maybe Affected - Amber |
Partial disruption to service. One or more sailings on this route are delayed (by over 30 minutes), cancelled or diverted to another port. It can also mean a temporary timetable is in place due to weather conditions, technical issues, or for operational reasons. |
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Cancelled - Red |
All sailings on this route are cancelled for the rest of the day. |
Want to keep up to date with the latest Service information? Follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter) @CalMac_Updates where you will find the latest service information. You can also contact our social media team with your questions, available from 08:00 to 20:00, 7 days a week.
Get the official app from Caledonian MacBrayne and keep up to date with the latest sailing information on each CalMac route while travelling or away from home.
Get the app for your device from Wednesday 27 November - find out more on how to download the app.
You can easily manage your new and existing subscriptions to our text messaging service using our online process.
Manage the routes and choose the length of your subscription period, from one day to six months.
Follow the simple steps in the link below to view, edit or delete your existing subscriptions or add new route subscriptions.
Receive text messages to your mobile with the latest service information. CalMac will not charge you for this service, although your normal service provider rates will apply.
To subscribe to live updates for a particular route text the words CALMAC and SUBSCRIBE along with the route code of your choice to 60030 e.g. "CALMAC SUBSCRIBE 05". This will automatically subscribe you to ongoing service information* relating to that route for a six-month period.
You can subscribe to multiple routes by sending an individual subscription message for each route.
You’ll find the route text codes in the section below – ‘route text codes’.
Subscriptions may be cancelled at any time by texting CALMAC STOP to 60030 e.g. "CALMAC STOP 05" for an individual route or "CALMAC STOP" to cancel all subscriptions.
A list of commands is also available by texting "CALMAC HELP" to 60030. Text codes for each route can be found on the relevant timetable page.
*Text messages for subscribed routes will be dispatched to you immediately upon update, at any time of day or night.
Find out more about SMS subscriptions.
Here is a helpful table containing each of our routes text codes when signing up for SMS subscriptions from your mobile device.
| Name | Text Code |
| Gourock - Dunoon | 01 |
| Wemyss Bay - Rothesay | 03 |
| Ardrossan - Brodick | 05 |
| Largs – Cumbrae Slip (Millport) | 07 |
| Colintraive - Rhubodach | 04 |
| Tarbert (Loch Fyne) - Portavadie | 02 |
| Claonaig/Tarbert (Loch Fyne) - Lochranza | 06 |
| Gourock - Kilcreggan | 39 |
| Ardrossan - Campbeltown | 36 |
| Kennacraig - Port Askaig (Islay) / Port Ellen (Islay) | 09 |
| Oban - Craignure | 11 |
| Oban - Castlebay | 20 |
| Mallaig - Armadale | 18 |
| Uig - Tarbert | 24 |
| Ullapool - Stornoway | 25 |
| Lochaline - Fishnish | 12 |
| Mallaig / Oban - Lochboisdale | 37 |
| Uig - Lochmaddy | 22 |
| Gallanach-Kerrera | 38 |
| Mallaig - Eigg/Muck/Rum/Canna | 19 |
| Oban - Coll/Tiree | 16 |
| Oban - Colonsay - Port Askaig - Kennacraig | 10 |
| Tobermory - Kilchoan | 14 |
| Oban - Lismore | 15 |
| Fionnphort - Iona | 13 |
| Tayinloan - Gigha | 08 |
| Sconser - Raasay | 17 |
| Ullapool - Stornoway Freight Service | 35 |
| Troon - Brodick | 41 |
| Ardmhor (Barra) - Eriskay | 21 |
| Berneray - Leverburgh | 23 |
Weather conditions can change quickly, so keep up to date with the latest weather forecast and weather warnings from the Met Office.
Consider the conditions before you set off and think about how severe weather can impact on you. See Ready Scotland's advice on travelling.
For real-time road, rail and sea journey information visit the Traffic Scotland website or twitter feed.
Listen to live radio reports to stay updated on changes.
For public transport information, check the Traveline website or Traffic Scotland X social media channel. If driving, ensure you and your vehicle are adequately prepared for the conditions.