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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Kilmacolm is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 33m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Kilmacolm?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Kilmacolm. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Moss Road via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Kilmacolm?

The distance between Mallaig and Kilmacolm is 155 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Kilmacolm without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Mallaig to Kilmacolm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Kilmacolm bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Kilmacolm?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Kilmacolm is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Mallaig to Kilmacolm bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mallaig to Kilmacolm?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Kilmacolm is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Mallaig to Kilmacolm.

Where can I stay near Kilmacolm?

There are 1426+ hotels available in Kilmacolm.

Mallaig to Kilmacolm - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Mallaig to Kilmacolm by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Dumbarton CentralMallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
5h 18m
£71–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
6h 33m
£28–36
Drive 144.5 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Kilmacolm144.5 mi
3h
£37–53

Mallaig to Kilmacolm by bus

32Weekly Buses

6h 33mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 153.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Kilmacolm, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Mallaig to Dumbarton Central 3 times a day. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boatyard to Moss Road via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 33m.

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