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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to London is to ferry and bus via Glasgow which costs £70 - £200 and takes 16h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to London is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs £140 - £550.

How far is it from Islay to London?

The distance between Islay and London is 396 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to London without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 11h 39m and costs £110 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Islay to London, including transfers.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 21253+ hotels available in London.

Islay to London - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Islay to London by plane, ferry, bus, or train

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Fly to London City Airport
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to London City Airport (LCY)plane ILY - LCY
4h 26m
£155–508
Ferry, bus via Glasgow
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
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus
16h 6m
£71–197
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Anniesland Crossbus 926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain
11h 39m
£116–295
Ferry, bus
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
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 594 / ...
15h 50m
£86–197
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ILY - LHR
3h 24m
£140–511

Islay to London by ferry, bus, and train

46Weekly Services

11h 39mAverage Duration

£116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 393.5 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Islay, Scotland and London, England?

Loganair, British Airways, and Aer Lingus fly from Islay (ILY) to London City Airport (LCY) 3 times a day.

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