Discover the beauty of Scotland's islands and enjoy a car-free day trip or a longer stay. With easily accessible transportation options, it's a perfect opportunity to relax and unwind in the slower pace of island life.
Scotland is such a vibrant country that no matter how often you travel, there’s still always something new to see, somewhere new to visit.
And when you’re taking the kids along, it needn’t cost the Earth. With ScotRail Kids for a Quid tickets, up to four children can travel for just £1 return each, with an adult.1. Great Cumbrae Cumbrae promotes itself as ‘Scotland’s most accessible island’ so you can leave the car at home. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Largs then jump on the ferry over to the island - it only takes 10 minutes.
2. Isle of Bute Voted as ‘the best place to live’ by The Times in 2022, Bute is easily accessible by public transport and island life is just 90 minutes from Glasgow. Simply take the train to Wemyss Bay then jump on the ferry to Rothesay on Bute. Explore the island on a Land Rover tour or hire a bike - or bring your own - and visit Castle Coeffin and Tirefour Broch. Look out for local wildlife, try seaweed foraging or learn more about the island’s history at the Gaelic Heritage Centre.
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