What is the cheapest way to get from Eigg Island to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from Eigg Island to Portree is to ferry and bus which costs £18 - £60 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eigg Island to Portree?

The fastest way to get from Eigg Island to Portree is to ferry and drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £35 - £85.

How far is it from Eigg Island to Portree?

The distance between Eigg Island and Portree is 63 miles.

How do I travel from Eigg Island to Portree without a car?

The best way to get from Eigg Island to Portree without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 6h 5m and costs £18 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Eigg Island to Portree?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Eigg Island to Portree, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 386+ hotels available in Portree.

Eigg Island to Portree - 3 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Eigg Island to Portree by ferry, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Mallaig
2. Take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale Ferry Terminal
3. Take the bus from Post Office to Somerled Square917 / ...
6h 5m
£18–59
Ferry, bus via Fort William
1. Take the ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Mallaig
2. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Square915
7h 36m
£26–58
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to MallaigCm19
2. Drive from Mallaig to Portree
4h 17m
£39–82

Eigg Island to Portree by ferry and bus

8Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 62.6 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Eigg Island, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Eigg Island to Portree. However, you can take the ferry to Mallaig, take the ferry to Armadale Ferry Terminal, walk to Pier, take the line 152 bus to Post Office, then take the bus to Somerled Square. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Somerled Square via Mallaig, Boatyard, Fort William Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 36m.

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