What is the cheapest way to get from Islay to Glasgow?

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Glasgow is to ferry and bus which costs £22 - £70 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Islay to Glasgow?

The fastest way to get from Islay to Glasgow is to fly which takes 1h and costs £80 - £190.

How far is it from Islay to Glasgow?

The distance between Islay and Glasgow is 81 miles.

How do I travel from Islay to Glasgow without a car?

The best way to get from Islay to Glasgow without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs £22 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Islay to Glasgow?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Islay to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Glasgow?

There are 1374+ hotels available in Glasgow.

Islay to Glasgow - 2 ways to travel via plane, ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Islay to Glasgow by plane, ferry, or bus

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane ILY - GLA
1h
£80–190
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
6h 15m
£23–70

Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

12Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Islay to Glasgow.

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Distance: 80.4 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Islay, Scotland and Glasgow, Scotland?

Loganair flies from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) twice daily.

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