How do you get around Scotland without a car?

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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Travel in & Around Scotland Public transport provides trains and bus services to Scottish towns and cities as well as many villages and ferry ports. Access to very remote areas and islands is straightforward by car, ferry and aeroplane.

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Driving is the best way to get around the Highlands and explore at your own pace. Don't worry if you don't have a car or aren't keen on driving, as the main sights are also well-serviced by public transport.

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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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It's possible to see a lot of Scotland by train and bus (I spent 26 days there without a car last year), but you will be limited in where you can go and how much ground you can cover if you also want to avoid tours.

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Most beautiful places in Scotland
  • Islay and Colonsay, Southern Hebrides. ...
  • Ben Nevis and the Caledonian Canal, Highlands. ...
  • Great train journeys, Highlands. ...
  • The Cairngorms, Highlands and Aberdeenshire. ...
  • Big Tree Country, Perthshire. ...
  • The Neuk of Fife, Fife. ...
  • Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, Argyll/Stirling. ...
  • Edinburgh, Lothian.


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Edinburgh, Scotland Split into two distinct halves, Edinburgh is one of the most walkable cities around.

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There are no direct buses or trains to get to Skye from Edinburgh. The best way to get to Skye from Edinburgh is to take a train or a bus to Inverness or Glasgow and then take the bus or train.

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Plus a Scottish railway journey is one of the best ways to take in the stunning landscapes. From scenic train routes through the Scottish Highlands to short steam train rides, Scotland's train tours can offer unforgettable journeys with great service and amazing views.

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