Caledonian Macbrayne (CalMac Ferry) operates a ferry between Armadale and Mallaig. Mallaig is located on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands and Armadale can be found on the Isle of Skye’s Sleat Peninsula. Ferries operate throughout the year, with a more frequent service in the summer months.

Caledonian Macbrayne has been running ferry services between the islands and ports of western Scotland for more than 150 years. The Armadale to Mallaig ferry provides a viable alternative to the long drive which goes over the Skye Bridge and is the other method of reaching Skye.

The ferry crossing between Mallaig and Armadale only takes about 25 minutes with both ports visible from each other. In spite of this, the ferry journey is enchanting. Approaching Armadale the jagged peaks of the Cuillin Mountain Range tower over the Sleat Peninsula. Going towards the mainland offers views of the scenery in the Knoydart and Glen Shiel areas.

The lovely port town of Armadale is alive in the summer months with ferry passengers and yachts. Armadale is a small port amid the lush fields and dense woodlands of the Sleat Peninsula. A bus service operates from the ferry terminal and transports travellers to Kyleakin, Broadford, Portree and other destinations on Skye.

The ferry port inMallaig, on the mainland side of Armadale is directly linked to Fort William via the A830 road, which is known as the Road to the Isles. Mallaig railway station is the terminus of Fort William & Mallaig branch of the West Highland Railway line.

The Armadale to Mallaig ferry services are offered aboard one of CalMac’s modern fleet of rapid passenger ferries. The ferries feature facilities and amenities designed to give the 21st century traveller a comfortable and enjoyable travelling experience. The Armadale to Mallaig ferry provides services for both foot passengers and motorists.

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