Some roads are more narrow than others but still meant for two-way traffic. Just keep in mind that animals are always roaming, so be extra careful when driving to respect their space. The majority of the roads we were on were paved. But once you go deeper into Skye, you may encounter some dirt roads and no street lights. We did it once, trying to find our way back to our bed and breakfast, and it was pretty stressful.
If you have more time than we did, there are some fascinating stops along the way, including Glasgow, national parks, gorgeous lakes, and maybe even a Loch Ness monster. The Scottish Highlands is another bucket list addition you can combine with the Isle of Skye. The best time to visit seems to be between May and September, with peak tourism season happening during the summer.
We visited in September, and the weather was unpredictable. It turned out to be better than I imagined, and my only regret was not being able to stay longer. This bed and breakfast offered the sight of happy animals every day in the backyard, front yard, side yard , made-to-order breakfast, a quietness that can never be experienced in a big city, plus breathtaking views. Notice the sheep in the back and the cow near the driveway? This lovely town has more nearby offerings, including harborside pubs and shops.
Again, this is not enough time. Our tour is a bumper 12 hour day but you will see loads the one day tours from Inverness generally cover the same sights on Skye as the three day tours from Edinburgh and it is definitely worth it! We hope that this has been helpful, and we hope that you will get Skye ticked off your bucket list this year; it is definitely one of the highlights of Scotland!
To read more about our Ultimate Isle of Skye Tour click here. How to get to the Isle of Skye from Edinburgh. By Kay Pearson on 4th April The Isle of Skye is famous the world over for its dramatic volcanic landscapes and awe-inspiring seascapes. Train The nearest train station to Skye is in Kyle of Lochalsh, which is situated off the island, just before the Skye Bridge. Bus There are no direct buses from Edinburgh to Skye. Hire a car You can hire a car in Edinburgh and drive up to Skye.
Gorgeous, my heart is breaking… went to Loch Etive for many holidays when I was a girl and we sailed all around Skye too. Lovely, lovely photos. What an amazing post and a beautiful part of the world. Your photos look sensational. The tragedy of the day was that the only day I could make it I had bad exposure to my film.
Yup, that trip was a while ago, when cameras had film. Not of the pics were even half way comprehensible, sigh…. Wonderful post! Calton Hill is a spectacular place!! I have been there and I recommend it to all those who love sunsets.
There are other great views too that one can enjoy. I love Scotland! We made this drive last year and it was one of the most beautiful and most memorable trips yet!
Gorgeous post with great, great photos! Thanks Tracy. You may opt out of personalised ads at any time. How to get from Edinburgh to Island of Skye by bus, train, night train or car.
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Edinburgh to Island of Skye by bus The bus journey time between Edinburgh and Island of Skye is around 5h 55m and covers a distance of around miles. Explore all travel options Average bus journey times Time on bus:. Layover time:. Total time:. Bus route information Fastest bus time:. Bus distance:. Buses per week:. Cheapest price:. Carbon emissions:. First and last buses First bus departs at:. Last bus departs at:. Buses departing Monday, November 15, Scottish Citylink.
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