Accessibility, Transport & Maps
Bute is the only major Scottish island within daily commuting range of a mainland conurbation. Moreover, the island is only 95 minutes away from the heritage / cultural / arts / entertainment heart of Glasgow.
"Island but not Isolated"
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ACCESSIBILITY
- GETTING TO BUTE MAP: Click Here
- Road: Click-zoomable map of Bute and the Clyde;    AA Route Planner
- Rail: Scotrail (First Group) Website
- Ferries: www.calmac.co.uk
Ferry Timetables: Wemyss Bay to Rothesay & Return; Colintraive to Rhubodach & Return
- Air: Bute has quick access to both Glasgow International Airport (25m from Wemyss Bay) and Prestwick International Airport (30m from Wemyss Bay).
Air travel websites:
RyanAir, EasyJet,
Govolo, British Midlands, and
TravelNow.
- Self drive / Car hire websites:
CarJet,
EasyCar,
Hertz,
Budget,
National Car,
Avis, and
Rhino Car Hire
- Wemyss Bay - the visitor 'gateway' to Bute: Website
- PETROL / DIESEL / LPG on Bute: Duncan's Garage; Other filling stations
(petrol/diesel only)
- ELECTRIC CARS on Bute: A public charging point is situated in the car park in Guildford Square in Rothesay, opposite the Calmac Ferry Terminal.
TRANSPORT
TO THE ISLAND
ON THE ISLAND
MAPS
- Road Map
- Countryside and Walks Maps - click "Books & Maps" on Menu panel (left)
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