Travel in Scotland
It’s simple to get to
Scotland no matter where you start from and whether you choose to
travel by car, train, plane, coach or ferry.
And once you get here, travel is easy due to good road and rail
links to almost every part of the country.
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Train
Scotland's rail network is at its most dense in the central
belt, reducing to a few main lines in the Highlands. FirstScotRail
runs the majority of train services, reaching all the major towns,
with some routes rated as among the most scenic in the world
... Trains in
Scotland
Bus
All Scotland's major towns and cities are served by
long-distance bus services, the majority of which are run by the
national operator, Scottish Citylink. On the whole, coaches are
cheaper than the equivalent train journey and, as a result, are
very popular ... Buses in
Scotland
Car
If you want to cover a lot of the country in a short time,
or just want more flexibility, you'll need your own
transport. Scotland has an excellent road network, from
motorways and dual carriageway linking cities and major towns, to
remote single-track roads with passing places to let others by
... Driving in
Scotland
Ferry
You can
travel to Scotland by ferry, with ports in England and further
afield. Scotland has more than 130 inhabited islands, so ferries
are important. Most ferries carry cars and vans, and the vast
majority can - and should - be booked as far in advance as possible
... Ferries in
Scotland
Plane
Depending on where you are beginning your journey, you may
be able to fly direct to one of Scotland's four main
airports. ... Flying to and
around Scotland
Travel from Ireland
With lots
of easy access points, whether it’s by ferry or flight, planning
your trip to Scotland couldn’t be easier...Travelling
from Ireland
