What is the cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Arbroath is to bus via Glasgow which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mallaig to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Arbroath is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Bus Station, Castle Brae and Perth South Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Arbroath?

The distance between Mallaig and Arbroath is 190 miles. The road distance is 170.3 miles.

How do I travel from Mallaig to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Arbroath without a car is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Mallaig to Arbroath?

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Mallaig to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Arbroath bus from?

Mallaig to Arbroath bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Arbroath train from?

Mallaig to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.

Train or bus from Mallaig to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Arbroath is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £200 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Mallaig to Arbroath bus arrive?

Mallaig to Arbroath bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Arbroath train arrive?

Mallaig to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Arbroath is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Mallaig to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Mallaig to Arbroath?

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Mallaig to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mallaig to Arbroath by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Castle Braebus 913
3. Take the bus from Perth South Street to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus
7h 56m
£34–62
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
8h 10m
£30–46
Train
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
8h 2m
£105–198
Drive 169.3 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Arbroathcar 169.3 mi
3h 30m
£42–60

Mallaig to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 189 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Bus Station, Castle Brae, Kinnoull Street, and Perth South Street in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mallaig to Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 2m.

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