What is the cheapest way to get from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay?

The cheapest way to get from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay is to drive and ferry which costs £30 - £95 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay?

The fastest way to get from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay is to train and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs £90 - £230.

How far is it from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay?

The distance between Skelmorlie and Isle of Islay is 153 miles.

How long does it take to get from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Islay?

There are 44+ hotels available in Isle of Islay.

Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay - 3 ways to travel via train, car, ferry, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay by car, ferry, train, or plane

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

Drive, ferry
best
1. Drive from Skelmorlie to Bus Terminal
2. Take the ferry from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry TerminalCm9
6h 47m
£34–92
Drive, ferry via Castle Car Park
1. Drive from Skelmorlie to Castle Car Park
2. Take the ferry from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry TerminalCm9
7h 10m
£38–97
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wemyss Bay to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Islay (ILY)GLA - ILY
4h 7m
£94–226

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Islay (ILY) flights

12Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Skelmorlie, Scotland and Isle of Islay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Skelmorlie to Isle of Islay. However, you can drive to Bus Terminal, take the line 448 bus to Ferry Terminal, walk to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry Terminal, then take the line 451 bus to Hotel. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Skelmorlie to Hotel via Castle Car Park, Ferry Terminal, Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal, and Ferry Terminal in around 7h 10m.

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