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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Ullapool is to train and bus via Perth which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Ullapool is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Ullapool?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats to Ullapool. However, there are services departing from North Ayrshire Museum and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Ullapool?

The distance between Saltcoats and Ullapool is 269 miles. The road distance is 232.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Ullapool without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Saltcoats to Ullapool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Ullapool bus from?

Saltcoats to Ullapool bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Saltcoats to Ullapool bus arrive?

Saltcoats to Ullapool bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Ullapool?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Ullapool is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Saltcoats to Ullapool.

Where can I stay near Ullapool?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ullapool.

Saltcoats to Ullapool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Saltcoats to Ullapool by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to High School61
7h 52m
Train, bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
8h 2m
£36–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
8h 50m
Drive 230.9 mi
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Ullapool230.9 mi
4h 45m
£57–82
Fly to Stornoway Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Stornoway Airport (SYY)GLA - SYY
2. Take the ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Ullapool Ferry Terminal
8h 7m
£141–415
Bus via High School
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to High School61
9h 3m
Fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
8h 26m
£99–240

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Stornoway Airport (SYY) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 1mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Saltcoats to Ullapool.

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Distance: 267.9 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Saltcoats, Scotland and Ullapool, Scotland?

You can take a bus from North Ayrshire Museum to Ferry Terminal via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 50m.

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