What is the cheapest way to get from Perth to Island of Skye?

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Island of Skye is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth to Island of Skye?

The fastest way to get from Perth to Island of Skye is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Island of Skye?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Island of Skye. However, there are services departing from Leonard Street and arriving at Post Office via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Perth to Island of Skye?

The distance between Perth and Island of Skye is 203 miles. The road distance is 192.6 miles.

How do I travel from Perth to Island of Skye without a car?

The best way to get from Perth to Island of Skye without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Perth to Island of Skye?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Perth to Island of Skye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Island of Skye bus from?

Perth to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Leonard Street station.

Train or bus from Perth to Island of Skye?

The best way to get from Perth to Island of Skye is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Perth to Island of Skye bus arrive?

Perth to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Island of Skye?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Island of Skye is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Perth to Island of Skye.

Where can I stay near Island of Skye?

There are 355+ hotels available in Island of Skye.

Perth to Island of Skye - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Perth to Island of Skye by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Post Office917
5h 45m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Post Office917
5h 57m
£21–45
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of LochalshInverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
7h 13m
£35–120
Drive 191.5 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Portree191.5 mi
3h 45m
£48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Perth to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Post Office917
5h 55m
£27–98

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Map of how to get from Perth to Island of Skye.

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Distance: 202.3 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Perth, Scotland and Island of Skye, Highland, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Leonard Street to Post Office via Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perth to Post Office via Inverness, Kyle of Lochalsh, and Harbour Slipway in around 7h 13m.

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