MULL:
Oban (OBA) - Craignure (CRA)
One or more sailings are disrupted
Service updates
Tuesday 10 September
MV Isle of Mull will attempt the 15:55 sailing departing Oban however, the vessel may be delayed due to waiting for a weather window. As a result of this there may be a knock on effect to the 17:05 departing Craignure.
MV Loch Frisa will also attempt the following sailings:
Depart Craignure – 15:40
Depart Oban – 17:05
Due to strengthening winds forecast later this afternoon combined with berthing operations within hours or darkness, the following sailings are at a heightened risk of cancellation or disruption at short notice:
Depart Oban - 18:15, 20:00
Depart Craignure – 18:25, 19:25
Due to wind conditions and high tide on arrival at Craignure in hours of darkness the following sailings will remain cancelled:
Departing Craignure: 21:10
Departing Oban: 22:20
We’ll keep customers informed should there be any further changes in connection to this route. If you’ve not already done so, download our app or follow our X (Twitter) @CalMac_Updates so we can provide you with timely updates, with the latest information we have available. Alternatively, you can also sign up to our service status text updates.
Reason: weather conditions
Last Updated: 10 Sep 2024 15:38
Supplementary information
Check-in is 30 minutes prior to departure for vehicles and 10 minutes for foot passengers - otherwise space will be reallocated.
Late check-in may also lead to the vehicle being refused carriage.
Saturday 14 September
To allow passengers to attend the Mull Mòd, the following additional sailing will operate-
Depart Craignure - 21:15
Depart Oban - 22:30
Monday 16 September
Due to livestock sales elsewhere in the network, the following sailings have been cancelled -
Depart Oban – 12:15 and 15:55
Depart Craignure – 13:35
Please note the 17:05 is now delayed to 18:05 departing Craignure as the vessel operated via Colonsay.
The 18:15 departing Oban is delayed to 19:15 and the 19:25 departing Craignure is delayed to 20:25.
All other sailings will operate as per published timetable.
Winter timetable
To assist with your planning, our Winter timetables for 2024/2025 are now available to view on our website.
Bookings will open on Wednesday 11 September 2024 for this route.
Please note, timetables for Oban-Craignure have been published for the period 21 October 2024 up to 4 January 2025 only. We are still working on vessel deployment plans for these routes and we will release bookings beyond 5 January as soon as possible.
For more information, please read our customer update.
Until Further Notice
As of Wednesday 10 July, Scotrail will introduce a temporary timetable. This will impact various onward travel connections across the network. For further details please visit Scotrail prior to your journey.
Wednesday 9 & Sunday 13 October
Due to the Mull Rally, the following additional sailings will operate –
Wednesday 9 October
Departing Craignure – 21:10 & 21:40
Departing Oban – 20:35 & 22:20
Sunday 13 October
Departing Oban – 07:25
Departing Craignure – 08:45
Tuesday 15 October
In support of the Mull Rally and to allow the vessel time to conduct weekly safety drills, the following sailings have been cancelled -
Departing Oban – 12:15
Departing Craignure – 13:35
Thursday 17 October
The following sailings previously cancelled for safety drills have now been reinstated -
Departing Oban – 12:15
Departing Craignure – 13:35
Lochaline-Fishnish
We have an alternative crossing to/from Mull via our non-bookable Lochaline - Fishnish service. This route is a turn up and go service and will be operated on a first come first served basis. Customers should be aware their preferred sailing choice may not be guaranteed. Further information on travelling on the Lochaline-Fishnish service can be found on our FAQ's page
Livestock Transport Information
Please be aware:
Four tier floats are not permitted on enclosed vessels such as MV Isle of Mull. Four tier floats carrying only three tiers of light lambs are permitted on MV Isle of Mull sailings from Craignure to Oban. No more than five full size floats may be carried at any one time on MV Isle of Mull.
Turn Up and Go and Bookable route online purchases. If you have purchased tickets online as a group or for any number of travel companions, for use on any of our Turn Up and Go or Bookable routes, the full party must travel on the same sailing. This applies to both legs of your journey. If you are unsure if all members of your group are travelling together, please complete separate transactions online.
Connecting Services - For customers using connecting services please note these services do not always guarantee a connection, particularly during times of disruption. We advise that you check both CalMac and connecting service websites prior to travel to ensure you can reach your end destination safely.
Connecting Bus Connections - Citylink have made some improvements for summer timetable connections between Oban and Glasgow. Visit citylink.co.uk for the latest timetables.
Stay Safe - When travelling with us, we strongly recommend our customers follow our safer travel guidance. Before travel, take a moment to familiarise yourself with the details.
Payment Information - Contactless payment is quick and easy. If you're travelling with us, please do so using a contactless payment method. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Apple, Google or Samsung Pay. If you need assistance, please speak with a member of staff.
Last Updated: 10 Sep 2024 15:38
