What is the cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Beith?

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Beith is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Mallaig to Beith?

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Beith is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Beith?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Beith. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Reform Street via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Mallaig to Beith?

The distance between Mallaig and Beith is 174 miles. The road distance is 152.5 miles.

How do I travel from Mallaig to Beith without a car?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Beith without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Mallaig to Beith?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Mallaig to Beith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Beith bus from?

Mallaig to Beith bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Train or bus from Mallaig to Beith?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Beith is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £30 and takes 7h.

Where does the Mallaig to Beith bus arrive?

Mallaig to Beith bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Beith?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Beith is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Mallaig to Beith.

Where can I stay near Beith?

There are 689+ hotels available in Beith.

Mallaig to Beith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mallaig to Beith by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
6h 49m
£71–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
7h
£21–30
Drive 151.6 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Beithcar 151.6 mi
3h 5m
£38–55
Train via Glasgow Queen Street
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
7h 3m
£71–125

Mallaig to Beith by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 172.8 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Beith, North Ayrshire, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Level 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boatyard to Reform Street via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h.

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