Uig – Lochmaddy
Ferries to North Uist
Uig – Lochmaddy
Ferries to North Uist
Depending on the season their are usually 1 daily and 9 weekly sailings between Uig and Lochmaddy. The Uig to Lochmaddy ferry is operated by Caledonian MacBrayne. Uig Lochmaddy Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Uig Lochmaddy ferry typically departs Uig at about 09:30. The average sailing time of a ferry from Uig to Lochmaddy is approximately 1h 45m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 1h 45m.
Ferry prices for a ferry from Uig to Lochmaddy typically range between $101* and $231*. On average the Uig Lochmaddy ferry is $187*. The cheapest Uig Lochmaddy ferry prices start from $22*. The average price for a foot passenger is $45*. The average price for a Uig Lochmaddy car ferry is $194*.
Ferry prices may differ by season and depend on various factors, such as number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time.
The distance between Uig and Lochmaddy is approximately 54.3 miles (87.4km), or 47.2 nautical miles.
Yes, there is a car ferry from Uig to Lochmaddy provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and tickets for car ferries between Uig and Lochmaddy.
Yes, Uig Lochmaddy ferries allow foot passengers. You can travel as a foot passenger from Uig to Lochmaddy with Caledonian MacBrayne.
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| Uig - Lochmaddy Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | UK | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Caledonian MacBrayne | |
| Average Price | A$186* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 9 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 45m | |
| First Ferry | 09:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 18:50 | |
| Distance | 47 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.
The port of Uig lies on the west coast of the Trotternish peninsula on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. Uig is both an ideal gateway and base to explore the beautiful Isle of Skye, with frequent crossings to and from Lochmaddy and Tarbert every day. The Uig ferry terminal is situated at the northern end of the A87 in the village of Idrigil, so it’s within easy reach from most towns on Skye and the northern mainland. There is also a bus stop located outside the terminal building next to the ticket office. The terminal itself has a large, seated waiting room, a public telephone and toilet facilities, ensuring your journey is as comfortable as possible from the start. This particular area of Skye is renowned for its magnificent rock formations and captivating historical landmarks, so be sure to see as many as you can during your visit.
As the administrative centre and main port of North Uist in Scotland, Lochmaddy provides frequent daily crossings to the Isle of Skye. The port is easily reachable from most villages in North Uist, as it sits just off the circular A865 road on the east coast. Free parking is available outside the terminal building, alongside a bus stop which provides frequent services to the surrounding villages. Whilst you wait for your ferry to leave, you can relax inside the terminal’s spacious waiting area or stroll to the local shop and admire the stunning scenery along the way.
