Are there Ubers in Isle of Skye?

Taxi Companies We highly recommend booking taxis' in advance, Uber does not operate on Skye.



As of 2026, Uber does not operate on the Isle of Skye. The ride-sharing giant focuses primarily on major Scottish urban centers like Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. On Skye, the remote geography and low population density make the app-based model impractical. Visitors must rely on traditional local taxi firms (which often require booking by phone in advance), the Stagecoach bus network, or, most commonly, a rental car to navigate the island's scenic but narrow single-track roads. If you are arriving by train at Kyle of Lochalsh, it is highly recommended to arrange your onward transport before you land, as finding a "walk-up" taxi at the station can be difficult during the busy peak tourist season.

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As others have said, Uber in Scotland is available only in the major cities. In other parts of the UK, this may vary. Lyft does not operate at all in the UK. There are some other ride share companies like Bolt and Ola that do operate in parts of the UK, but not in the Highlands.

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Can I Use Uber in Scotland? Yes! Uber is a great option for transportation on Scottish soil. However, it is only available in larger cities like Edinburgh and Glasgow.

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There is not a railway on Skye. There are two train stations on the mainland that are very close and connect to local bus routes. Glasgow to Mallaig - then the Ferry to Skye. Inverness to Kyle – then a Bus on to the Island.

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There are around 1,000 Uber partner-drivers serving Glasgow and Edinburgh, where we have been operating for over a year. The service is proving very popular with locals and visitors: Almost 90,000 people have travelled in an Uber in the past month and over 400,000 people have used the service in Scotland since launch.

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The train is an easy option for travel between major towns and cities. Scotland's extensive train network covers all major cities and towns, but the railway map has large, blank areas in the Highlands and the Southern Uplands where you'll need to switch to road transport – in many cases, traveling by local bus.

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While it is not as quaint as other Highland towns, Fort William was definitely the most workable in terms of being in the Highlands without a car. The Jacobite Steam Train goes directly out of the station twice daily. Fort William is also big enough that we were also able to get a private day tour to the Isle of Skye.

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Taxis can be booked by phone, text, online or via booking app and fares can be paid by cash, contactless payment (including Apple Pay), credit card or account. Glasgow Taxis Ltd has passenger safety at the forefront of its service: all drivers have been vetted by Police Scotland and licensed by Glasgow City Council.

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From family walks on the spectacular coastline to dramatic scrambles in the Cuillin mountains, the most challenging in Britain, the island provides fantastic walking for everyone. We help you find the best walking routes on Skye, from the classic outings to hidden gems not found in guidebooks.

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The busiest time of year to visit Skye is from June to August. The busiest time of year on the Isle of Skye is June-August (with an uptick in visitors Easter weekend in April). You can expect trails full of people and lodging to be booked up during these months.

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Bolt. Bolt is the most popular Uber alternative in the UK.

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Most taxis are black in colours, generally known as 'black cabs', similar to those found in London and other cities around the UK.

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The UK's second largest ride-hailing app is crossing the border into Scotland with its latest launch in Edinburgh. Bolt was founded in 2013 and currently has around four million customers across the UK.

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