MV Finlaggan at Kennacraig, West Loch Tarbert,

Timetables

Timetables are a vital part of how we communicate when and how our services operate. They help customers plan journeys, connect with other transport operators, and make the most of the opportunities our ferry network provides.

Under CHFS3, we’ve made a clear commitment to greater transparency and accountability. Publishing the key dates in our timetable planning and consultation calendar is one way we’re delivering on that promise. The calendar sets out when formal consultation takes place, the decision points, and when final timetables will be available for booking.

This approach is part of our wider vision to improve every journey. By sharing these dates openly, we aim to give communities, businesses, and partners the clarity they need to plan ahead. It’s a simple but important step towards making our communication timely, consistent, and aligned with the values that underpin CHFS3.

Winter 2026/2027 Timetable

Status

Key Milestone

Due Date

Completed Date

Comments

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Consultation initiated

12-Mar-26

12-Mar-26

Complete

🟒

Initial consultation completed and main community requirements understood

09-Apr-26

12-May-26

Complete

🟠

Consultation completed and service change options developed and finalised

07-May-26

*Partially complete

🟠

Service changes submitted to TS for initial review

21-May-26

*Partially complete

🟠

Scottish Ministers take decisions on relevant proposed service changes

19-Jun-26

*Partially complete

🟠

Timetables published online for all routes

07-Jul-26

*Partially complete

🟒

Reservations open and system available to book

04-Aug-26

On Track

🟒

Winter 2026/2027 timetable commences

19-Oct-26

On Track

*Consultation remains ongoing with communities for the following routes where maintenance days will be included in the winter timetable period.

  • Barra-Eriskay

  • Fionnphort – Iona

  • Lochaline – Fishnish

  • Sconser – Raasay

  • Largs – Cumbrae

  • Claonaig – Lochranza

  • Tarbert – Portavadie

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