A Caledonian MacBrayne ferry, , links Rùm and the neighbouring Small Isles of Canna, Eigg and Muck, to the mainland port of Mallaig some and hours sailing time away. The Lochnevis has a landing craft-style stern ramp allowing vehicles to be driven onto and off the vessel at a new slipway constructed in 2001. However, visitors are not normally permitted to bring vehicles to the Small Isles. During the summer months the islands are also served by Arisaig Marine's ferry "MV Sheerwater" from Arisaig, south of Mallaig.