Road between Applecross and Shieldaig
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Travel in & Around Scotland
Scotland is well connected by an extensive road and rail transport network, with a variety of options available for getting from A to B. 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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Travel In & Around Scotland
Discover Scotland's various means of public transport. There are plenty of easy journeys you can make by bus, plane, ferry and much more.
Trains at the platforms of Glasgow Central Station
© VisitScotland / Paul Tomkins
Public Transport & Active Travel
Sit back and enjoy the view from the bus or train window. Or follow a walking or cycling trail and soak up the best of the great Scottish outdoors.
A NorthLink ferry sails from Aberdeen to Lerwick
© NorthLink Ferries
Visiting the islands
Find out more on how to visit Scotland islands. You can take the ferry north or west, or fly to one of the small island airports.
Glencoe
© E-City Chauffeur Ltd / Patrice Mestari
Driving
If you're going to drive around Scotland, why not bring an electric car or hire one? Follow one of our scenic and quieter routes.
