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.
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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
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
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
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
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 ...
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