Area
What's nearby:
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Nearest travel links
| Airport | Glasgow Airport |
|---|---|
| Ferry | Rothesay 6.00 km |
| Train station | Wemyss Bay |
| Car | Car advised |
How to get there
A car or a bike is advisable as we are 4 miles from Rothesay.
Ferries: Caledonian MacBrayne you can't book the ferry before travel. Purchase ticket before travel and arrive in plenty of time especially in summer months. 30 minute sailing but check for updates and times on their app.
Driving: One hour from Glasgow, take M8 West bound to Port Glasgow and Greenock and then A78 to Wemyss Bay. Car ferry to Bute every 45 minutes in summer.
Train: From Glasgow Central Station, get train to Wemyss Bay which connects with the ferry to the Isle of Bute.
Plane: From Glasgow airport get taxi or bus to Paisley Gilmore Street Station and train to Wemyss Bay for the ferry.
You can also hire a car from the airport.
If travelling from the north of Scotland there is a 5 minute ferry from Colintraive to Rhubodach twice and hour.
Activities near Isle of Bute
| Sports | Horse riding, Fishing |
|---|---|
| Great for | Walking trips, Rural or countryside trips, City breaks, Beach or lakeside relaxation, Cycling trips |
Getting around
Cycling along the quiet roads is one of the best ways to see the wildlife and appreciate the views on the island. You can have a well deserved rest at Ettrick Bay for coffee and cake. There are many walks around the island too from West Island way to walking along the promenade. In the summer you can take a trip on the Waverley steamer to Isle of Arran. Buses link Rothesay with Ettrick Bay beach and Mount Stuart house. There are lots of reasonably priced taxis too.