Where do you fly into for Isle of Skye?
Where do you fly into for Isle of Skye? What airports are near Isle of Skye? The closest airport is Isle of Benbecula (BEB) (43.46 mi). Other nearby airports are Stornoway (SYY) (65.15 mi) or Inverness (INV) (84.4 mi). KAYAK recommends you fly to Isle of Benbecula.
How many days do you need at Isle of Skye?
Skye is a large island, and there is loads to see. I think you need 2 days minimum to see the major sights on Skye. To explore the island at a slow pace, it would be easy to spend a whole week hiking around the pretty landscapes and visiting the historic ruins and viewpoints.
Is there a train from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye?
There are no direct buses or trains to get to Skye from Edinburgh. The best way to get to Skye from Edinburgh is to take a train or a bus to Inverness or Glasgow and then take the bus or train.
What is the cheapest way to travel from London to Scotland?
TRAVELLING TO SCOTLAND BY BUS There are frequent bus services from London to Scotland, often with much cheaper ticket prices than the train. However, journey times are likely to be much longer than the train which is something to think about.
What is the best way to get to Isle of Skye?
In short, both the train and the bus are both good options of getting to the Isle of Skye from Inverness and both offer stunning scenic views along the way. The bus goes through Kintail and by the shores of Loch Ness past Urquhart Castle. The train goes right through the heart of the Scottish highlands.
What is the closest major airport to the Isle of Skye?
What is the nearest airport to Island of Skye? The nearest airport to Island of Skye is Benbecula (BEB) Airport which is 43.7 miles away. Other nearby airports include Barra (BRR) (49.1 miles), Stornoway (SYY) (63.6 miles), Inverness (INV) (83.5 miles) and Glasgow (GLA) (121.6 miles).
Why is Isle of Skye so special?
The Isle of Skye offers some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery. The soaring peaks of the Cuillin Hills, the dramatic geology of the Old Man of Storr and The Quiraing , an extraordinary assembly of pinnacles, rock towers and secret places.
Is Isle of Skye walkable?
From family walks on the spectacular coastline to dramatic scrambles in the Cuillin mountains, the most challenging in Britain, the island provides fantastic walking for everyone. We help you find the best walking routes on Skye, from the classic outings to hidden gems not found in guidebooks.
Are there Ubers on Isle of Skye?
Taxi Companies We highly recommend booking taxis' in advance, Uber does not operate on Skye.
Is the Isle of Skye expensive?
For those on the tightest budget, it's possible to visit the Isle of Skye for as little as £10-15 ($13-$20) a day, depending on what food you pack ahead, how much you hitchhike around the island, and a provident use of the hostels during the day.