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How to get fromGlasgow to Rùm (Island)by train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Glasgow to Rùm (Island) by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

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    1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Mallaigtrain train Glasgow Queen Street - Mallaig
    2. Take the ferry from Mallaig to Rum Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm19
    7h 43m
    £72–157

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus bus 915
    2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Post Officebus bus 500 / ...
    3. Take the ferry from Arisaig Ferry Landing to Rum Ferry Terminalferry ferry Am1
    8h 23m

Glasgow to Rùm (Island) by train and ferry

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration7h 43mAverage Duration
Ticket£72Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 170 mi
  • Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Rùm (Island), Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Glasgow to Rùm (Island). However, you can take the train to Mallaig, walk to Mallaig, then take the ferry to Rum Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Rum Ferry Terminal via Bus Station, Fort William Bus Station, Post Office, and Arisaig Ferry Landing in around 8h 23m.

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