Travel
It’s simple to get to Scotland no matter
where you start from and whether you choose to travel by car,
train, plane, coach or ferry.
And once you get here, travel is easy due to good
road and rail links to almost every part of the country.
Train
Scotland's rail network is at its most dense in the central
belt, reducing to a few main lines in the Highlands. FirstScotRail
runs the majority of train services, reaching all the major towns,
with some routes rated as among the most scenic in the
world…more on
trains
Bus
All Scotland's major towns and cities are served by
long-distance bus services, the majority of which are run by the
national operator, Scottish Citylink. On the whole, coaches are
cheaper than the equivalent train journey and, as a result, are
very popular…more on
buses
Car
If you want to cover a lot of the country in a short time, or
just want more flexibility, you'll need your own transport.
Scotland has an excellent road network, from motorways and
dual carriageway linking cities and major towns, to remote
single-track roads with passing places to let others
by…more on driving
Ferry
You can travel to Scotland by ferry, with ports in England and
further afield. Scotland has more than 130 inhabited islands, so
ferries are important. Most ferries carry cars and vans, and the
vast majority can - and should - be booked as far in advance as
possible…more on
ferries
Plane
Depending on where you are beginning your journey, you may be
able to fly direct to one of Scotland's four main airports. If not,
Scotland enjoys excellent links with all the major European hubs
which provide a plentiful supply of onward
connections…more on
flying
