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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Portree is to ferry and line 152 bus and bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Portree is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Portree. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Somerled Square via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Portree?

The distance between Mallaig and Portree is 48 miles. The road distance is 146.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Portree without a car is to ferry and line 152 bus and bus which takes 3h 45m and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Mallaig to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Portree bus from?

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

Where does the Mallaig to Portree bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mallaig to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Portree is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Mallaig to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 415+ hotels available in Portree.

Mallaig to Portree - 3 ways to travel via ferry, line 152 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Mallaig 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, line 152 bus, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale Ferry Terminal
2. Take the bus from Pier to Post Office152 / ...
3. Take the bus from Post Office to Somerled Square917 / ...
3h 45m
£15–31
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Portree146 mi
2h 57m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Square915
5h 16m
£23–31

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 48.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Somerled Square via Fort William Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 16m.

Bus operators

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