Destination Ullapool
Although beautiful, rugged and remote are words often used to describe our area, we also have another word to add – accessible. Ullapool & Wester Ross stand at the gateway to and from all points north, south, east & west.
By Car
From Inverness in the east, Ullapool lies circa 60 miles or 100km west along the easy to drive A835 through stunning scenery. An hour’s drive with many places of interest and rest stops along the way.
Gairloch lies circa 50 miles or 80km to the south along the scenic A832 passing by Loch Maree, Gruinard & Dundonnell lying at the feet of mighty An Teallach.
The road north leads to Achiltibuie circa 20 miles away past the striking heights of Stac Polaidh & Suilven and sweeping along the beautiful beaches of Ardmair, Achnahaird & Achmelvich.
Drive further north to Lochinver, Scourie & Durness to reach the stunning north coast.
Public Transport
Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the details on public transaport are correct, these details do change depending on weather, ferry requirements, time of year etc. Please check with the operator prior to traveling to ensure you have the correct information. A useful web site for travel in Scotland is www.traveline.org.uk
Bus Companies
Citylink Coaches / Stagecoach Bus operate a bus service from Inverness to Ullapool.
Stagecoach also operate a service north of Ullapool to/from Drumbeg - see their web site for details - www.stagecoachbus.com
Citylink operate from Glasgow/Edinburgh to Ullapool and onwards to Stornoway.
The Westerbus also operates from Inverness to Gairloch connecting with an Ullapool service at Braemore Junction on a Mon, Wed & Saturday. For more information contact 01854 612966.
D & E coaches also operate a summer service from Inverness to Dingwall, through Strathpeffer to Ullapool and onwards north to Lochinver, Scourie and Durness. ***This also allows for bikes being taken on a trailer***
Local Car/Coach Hire & Taxi services
Ewen’s of Ullapooloffer Taxi services, mini bus & coach hire
Ullapool Taxi services - 07517612619
Lochbroom Filling Station & Self Drive offers car hire
Ullapool Tours - walks and driven tours in and around Ullapool and the area. Includes talks, information and even beach fires and singing!
By Sea
Caledonian MacBraynes operate a ferry link between Ullapool and Stornoway. This now includes a Sunday service and in the summer three sailings on some days so that people can visit the island and tour about and still be back on the same day. The also offer Island Hopping passes that mean you can drive and sail between the islands and tour the west coast. The beautiful 2 ½ hrs cruise across across the Minch is a great day out.
By Air
Many companies operate flights into Inverness (1 hour drive from Ullapool) & Stornoway (2 ½ hr ferry crossing from Ullapool). Check the web sites for details:
By Rail
There are no rail links to Ullapool, the nearest station is at Garve and this is a sub-line between Inverness and Kyle. Inverness station is linked to most of the UK, and from Inverness you can use the links above to get to Ullapool or hire a car and drive. There is also a sleeper service between London and Inverness that not only means you arrive here refreshed but can save a day of your valuable holiday time by travelling over-night.
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