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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Ullapool is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 6h 24m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Ullapool?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Ullapool. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Fort William Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Ullapool?

The distance between Mallaig and Ullapool is 167 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Ullapool without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs £24 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Mallaig to Ullapool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Ullapool bus from?

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

Where does the Mallaig to Ullapool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mallaig to Ullapool?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Ullapool is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Mallaig to Ullapool.

Where can I stay near Ullapool?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ullapool.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Mallaig to Ullapool by bus, car, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus 961
6h 24m
£25–35
Drive 149.1 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Ullapoolcar 149.1 mi
3h 5m
£37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Spean Bridgetrain
2. Take the bus from Spean Bridge to Inverness Union Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus 961
6h 38m
£38–63
Train, bus via High School
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Spean Bridgetrain
2. Take the bus from Spean Bridge to Inverness Union Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Academy Street to High Schoolbus 61
6h 58m

Mallaig to Ullapool by bus

28Weekly Buses

6h 24mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mallaig to Ullapool.

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Distance: 165.8 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Ferry Terminal via Fort William Bus Station, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 24m.

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