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|---|---|
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The Ullapool to Stornoway (Lewis) ferry
Ullapool to Stornoway is the main gateway to the Outer Hebrides, CalMac's crossing of around two and a half hours from the pretty whitewashed port of Ullapool over The Minch to the Isle of Lewis. Stornoway is the largest town in the Western Isles, the cultural heart of Lewis and Harris, and from there the island unfolds with its standing stones at Callanish, ancient Carloway broch, vast beaches and the Gaelic culture of the islands. The crossing of The Minch can be lively, with the chance of dolphins, whales and seabirds along the way. The ferry carries cars, motorhomes, bikes and foot passengers, with a couple of sailings most days. Vehicle space is in strong demand in summer, so booking well ahead is strongly advised for anyone bringing a car to the Hebrides.
- Main crossing to the Outer Hebrides in around two and a half hours
- Lands at Stornoway, the largest town in the Western Isles
- Gateway to Lewis and Harris, Callanish and the beaches
- Chance of dolphins and whales on The Minch
Ullapool to Stornoway (Lewis) ferry fares we have seen
| Fare basket | Fare seen | Seen on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult foot passenger, single | £12.75 | 18 October 2026 | CalMac Summer 2026 fare table (valid from 27 March 2026) |
| Adult foot passenger, return | £25.50 | 18 October 2026 | CalMac Summer 2026 fare table (valid from 27 March 2026) |
| Car, single (passengers charged separately) | £69.05 | 18 October 2026 | CalMac Summer 2026 fare table (valid from 27 March 2026) |
| Car, return (passengers charged separately) | £138.10 | 18 October 2026 | CalMac Summer 2026 fare table (valid from 27 March 2026) |
Fares change with date, demand and vehicle; these are figures we saw on the dates shown, not quotes. A booking fee may be added. Check live prices in the search above.
Ullapool to Stornoway (Lewis) ferry times
| Direction | Sailings | Departs | Arrives | Crossing time | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ullapool to Stornoway | 2 / day | 10:45, 18:15 | 13:45, 21:15 | 3h | Mon–Sat (19 Oct – 15 Nov) |
| Stornoway to Ullapool | 2 / day | 07:00, 14:30 | 10:00, 17:30 | 3h | Mon–Sat (19 Oct – 15 Nov) |
| Ullapool to Stornoway | 1 / day | 18:00 | 21:00 | 3h | Sun (19 Oct – 15 Nov) |
| Stornoway to Ullapool | 1 / day | 14:15 | 17:15 | 3h | Sun (19 Oct – 15 Nov) |
| Ullapool to Stornoway | 2 / day | 10:30, 17:30 | 13:10, 20:10 | 2h 40 | Mon–Fri (16 Nov – 25 Mar) |
| Stornoway to Ullapool | 2 / day | 07:00, 14:00 | 09:40, 16:40 | 2h 40 | Mon–Fri (16 Nov – 25 Mar) |
| Ullapool to Stornoway | 2 / day | 10:30, 18:30 | 13:10, 21:10 | 2h 40 | Sat (16 Nov – 25 Mar) |
| Stornoway to Ullapool | 2 / day | 07:00, 14:30 | 09:40, 17:10 | 2h 40 | Sat (16 Nov – 25 Mar) |
| Ullapool to Stornoway | 1 / day | 18:30 | 21:10 | 2h 40 | Sun (16 Nov – 25 Mar) |
| Stornoway to Ullapool | 1 / day | 14:30 | 17:10 | 2h 40 | Sun (16 Nov – 25 Mar) |
| Ullapool to Stornoway | 1 / day | 18:30 | 21:10 | 2h 40 | Sat (26 Dec ONLY) |
| Stornoway to Ullapool | 1 / day | 14:30 | 17:10 | 2h 40 | Sat (26 Dec ONLY) |
Winter 2026/27 timetable from CalMac's PDF. Some sailings carry conditions (letter codes) in the PDF and Sunday services differ; check CalMac's timetable and service status before travelling.
Source: assets.calmac.co.uk, checked 18 October 2026. This timetable is valid from 19 October 2026 to 25 March 2027. Timetables change by season; the search shows the sailings for your date. Live status: calmac.co.uk.
Who sails Ullapool to Stornoway (Lewis)
| Operator | Ships | Crossing | Sailings | Foot passengers | Pets | Check-in |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) | Loch Seaforth | 2 hours 40 minutes | up to 2 / day each way (winter) | Yes | Allowed: 'pet in lounge' ticket (limited) or pet stays in the car; assistance dogs anywhere except play areas | vehicles 45 minutes before, foot passengers 30 minutes before |
Rules differ by operator and ship; confirm when you book. Sources: calmac.co.uk. Checked 18 October 2026.
What to know about the Ullapool to Stornoway (Lewis) crossing
Check-in
Vehicles must check in 45 minutes prior to departure; foot passengers 30 minutes before departure. (calmac.co.uk)
Foot passengers
Carried on every sailing; foot passenger check-in closes 30 minutes before departure per winter PDF. (assets.calmac.co.uk)
Pets
Pets travel on a lead in designated areas or stay in the car. CalMac sells a 'pet in passenger lounge' ticket (limited numbers) or a 'pet remains in car' option (you cannot return to the car deck during the crossing). Assistance dogs are allowed in all public areas except children's play areas. (calmac.co.uk)
Bicycles
Pedal cycles free; groups of 6 or more inform port office in advance. (calmac.co.uk)
Accessibility
Blue badge concession online; passenger assistance and accessibility pages linked. Ullapool: allocated accessible space in Assembly Area, accessible toilets. Stornoway: 4 accessible spaces, accessible toilets. (calmac.co.uk)
Where the ferry leaves from and arrives
Ullapool ferry terminal
- Address
- Caledonian MacBrayne, Shore Street, Ullapool, IV26 2UR.
- Parking
- Highland Council ticket machines (invitation to pay); town-centre parking next to Tesco (IV26 2XB); allocated accessible space in Assembly Area; EV charging opposite terminal.
- Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi, ticket office, waiting area, toilets, baby changing, vending machine, defibrillator.
Source: calmac.co.uk, checked 18 October 2026.
Stornoway ferry terminal
- Address
- Caledonian MacBrayne, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS1 2AE.
- Parking
- 40 spaces short stay (2 hours max, no charge) at terminal; public car park one minute walk, 120 spaces, no charge; 4 accessible spaces.
- Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi, ticket office, waiting area, toilets, baby changing, vending machine, defibrillator.
Source: calmac.co.uk, checked 18 October 2026.
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Ullapool to Stornoway (Lewis) ferry — common questions
How long is Ullapool to Stornoway?
Around two and a half hours across The Minch to the Isle of Lewis.
Who operates the Stornoway ferry?
CalMac (Caledonian MacBrayne) runs the Ullapool to Stornoway crossing.
Should I book this ferry in advance?
For vehicles in summer, yes — car space is in strong demand on the Outer Hebrides routes.
How much is the Ullapool to Stornoway ferry?
CalMac publishes a fixed fare table for this route (Summer 2026 table, valid from 27 March 2026): the adult foot-passenger single and the car single we saw on 18 October 2026 are in the fares table on this page, with the source. Passengers are charged separately from the vehicle, and the fare is the same whoever you book with.
What time is the first ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway in winter?
In the winter 2026/27 timetable the first weekday sailing from Ullapool leaves at 10:45 (Mon–Sat (19 Oct – 15 Nov)). Times change by season and on some dates; check CalMac's timetable and service status before travelling.
Where these facts come from
Checked by the CheapFerries editorial team on 18 October 2026. Operators change timetables, fares and rules, so confirm details for your sailing when you book.
- calmac.co.uk www.calmac.co.uk/en-gb/route-information/stornoway-ullapool
- assets.calmac.co.uk assets.calmac.co.uk/media/4vrdq0fa/wtt-25-stornoway-ullapool.pdf
- calmac.co.uk www.calmac.co.uk/en-gb/ports/ullapool-port/
- calmac.co.uk www.calmac.co.uk/en-gb/ports/stornoway-port/
- calmac.co.uk www.calmac.co.uk/en-gb/travel/travelling-with-pets/