travel to kintyre
there are multiple ways to travel to kintyre and they are all as unique and special as kintyre itself
Travel to kintyre may feel like an epic journey but it is a journey worth making
 No matter how you choose to travel to Kintyre, the journey that you take is a magical one. In fact travelling to Kintyre is just as special as spending time in this beautiful region and your travel becomes just as much a part of your holiday as your days on the Peninsula. There are multiple ways to travel to Kintyre via various routes and modes of transport that you may want to explore as add-ons to your Kintyre holiday.
methods of travel to kintyre
Because of the nature of the Kintyre geography, travel times as they appear on Google maps can look relatively long, especially if you are coming from outside of Scotland. But don’t be put off by the journey times or the length of the drive as the travel routes to Kintyre are a beautiful and unique part of coming here.
Travel to Kintyre by Car
You can travel by car through some of the most scenic areas of Scotland including Loch Lomond, Loch Fyne, Inverary and Tarbert, each individual tourist locations in their own right. There are few locations in West Scotland where you have the opportunity to take in multiple iconic spots on your way and enjoy a holiday within a holiday before even reaching your end destination.
Travel to Kintyre by air
If you want to come from further afield and driving is not an option then you can take a flight connection from Glasgow Airport directly into Campbeltown which is a short drive south of Ronachan House near the southern end of the Kintyre Peninsula.
Travel to Kintyre by ferry
Another way to build a holiday within a holiday on your travel to Kintyre is to consider taking the ferry from one of the numerous ferry points across the west of Scotland and add an extra stop into your travel itinerary. What a perfect way to make the most of your time in this glorious location.
Travel to Kintyre by Boat
One of the more special ways to reach this stunning peninsula and enjoy a holiday at Ronachan House is to travel to Kintyre by boat. You can hire a private vessel which will skipper you all the way from Glasgow to Campbeltown from where it is a short transfer to Ronachan Bay.
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travel to kintyre by road
The journey to Ronachan House is without doubt one of the most beautiful drives you can enjoy through Scotland’s stunning west coast terrain. In fact the journey to Ronachan House becomes in itself a holiday through west Scotland as you take in the sights on your way.
It is easy to access the road to our beautiful bay by first travelling towards Glasgow city and then taking the A82 road through Dumbarton and up past scenic Loch Lomond where you can stop for sightseeing, food, golf, water sports or an overnight stay depending on your itinerary.
From Loch Lomond you drive over the beautiful and famous Rest and Be Thankful towards Loch Fyne and Inverary, another plentiful stop for you to take in some sights, shopping and food.
Lochgilphead and Ardrishaig are the next townships to stop at on your way and offer a choice of restaurants and local family run shops to peruse. And then onto the beautiful fishing village of Tarbert at the top of Loch Fyne where you can take in the marina and enjoy the local seafood catch of the day.
Ronachan House is 15 minutes south of Tarbert on the road to Campbeltown and Macrihanish, two more destinations worth taking in while on the Kintyre Peninsula.
Travelling to Kintyre by car will take you approximately 3 hours from Glasgow. There is also a bus service run by West Coast Motors starting at Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow and ending at Campbeltown on the south eastern coast of the peninsula. It is the number 926 and you can even stop directly outside Ronachan estate at the Ronachan House bus stop, just tell the driver that’s where you want off.
travel to kintyre by road
The journey to Ronachan House is without doubt one of the most beautiful drives you can enjoy through Scotland’s stunning west coast terrain. In fact the journey to Ronachan House becomes in itself a holiday through west Scotland as you take in the sights on your way.
It is easy to access the road to our beautiful bay by first travelling towards Glasgow city and then taking the A82 road through Dumbarton and up past scenic Loch Lomond where you can stop for sightseeing, food, golf, water sports or an overnight stay depending on your itinerary.
From Loch Lomond you drive over the beautiful and famous Rest and Be Thankful towards Loch Fyne and Inverary, another plentiful stop for you to take in some sights, shopping and food.
Lochgilphead and Ardrishaig are the next townships to stop at on your way and offer a choice of restaurants and local family run shops to peruse. And then onto the beautiful fishing village of Tarbert at the top of Loch Fyne where you can take in the marina and enjoy the local seafood catch of the day.
Ronachan House is 15 minutes south of Tarbert on the road to Campbeltown and Macrihanish, two more destinations worth taking in while on the Kintyre Peninsula.
Travelling to Kintyre by car will take you approximately 3 hours from Glasgow. There is also a bus service run by West Coast Motors starting at Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow and ending at Campbeltown on the south eastern coast of the peninsula. It is the number 926 and you can even stop directly outside Ronachan estate at the Ronachan House bus stop, just tell the driver that’s where you want off.
travel to kintyre by air
We know that for some holiday makers that real holiday feeling comes from boarding a plane with a suitcase so why not consider travel to Kintyre via air from Glasgow airport?
There is a regular and affordable flight service to Kintyre operated by Logan Air with flights starting from £40 per person. You touch down in Campbeltown Airport, right next to Macrihanish Dunes Golf Course. The airport runway, at 3,049 m, is the longest in Europe and RAF Machrihanish hosted UK military and NATO base operations here until 1997.Â
The most southerly town in Argyll, passengers bound for Campbeltown Airport are treated to spectacular views over the famous island of Davaar.
Flights to Glasgow take under 40 minutes as opposed to a three-hour journey by road.
The airport accepts commercial flights, private jets, and privately owned planes so you can start your luxury holiday at Ronachan House with a luxury entry into the area with your own private flight.
travel to kintyre by ferry
There are three ways to travel to Kintyre by ferry:
You can come from Portavadie on the Cowal Peninsula into Tarbert, the beautful fishing village 15 minutes drive north of Ronachan House. This is a turn up and go service meaning that you cnnot pre-book a trip on a specific timed ferry, you just turn up on your date of departure and take the first available ferry.
Or, you can travel to Kintyre via the island of Arran by taking the ferry from Ardrossan on the west coast of Scotland to Brodick on Arran, and then another ferry from Lochranza on Arran to Claonaig which is right next to lovely Skipness Castle and just a short drive from Ronachan House.
In the summer months there is also a ferry to trvale to Kintyre directly from Ardossan without the stop in Arran. It berths in Campbeltown on the south east coast of Kintyre from where it is a shalf hour scenic drive to Ronachan House.
All ferry services are operated by Caledonian Macbrayne, you can access their timetables and route maps here.
Ronachan House is positioned only a short 10 minute drive from the ferry ports to the Scottish islands of Islay, Jura and Gigha so it is the perfect place to explore the further area while in Kintyre.
All of these ferries are vehicle ferries but they do accept passengers on foot and bike too.
travel to kintyre by ferry
There are three ways to travel to Kintyre by ferry:
You can come from Portavadie on the Cowal Peninsula into Tarbert, the beautful fishing village 15 minutes drive north of Ronachan House. This is a turn up and go service meaning that you cnnot pre-book a trip on a specific timed ferry, you just turn up on your date of departure and take the first available ferry.
Or, you can travel to Kintyre via the island of Arran by taking the ferry from Ardrossan on the west coast of Scotland to Brodick on Arran, and then another ferry from Lochranza on Arran to Claonaig which is right next to lovely Skipness Castle and just a short drive from Ronachan House.
In the summer months there is also a ferry to trvale to Kintyre directly from Ardossan without the stop in Arran. It berths in Campbeltown on the south east coast of Kintyre from where it is a shalf hour scenic drive to Ronachan House.
All ferry services are operated by Caledonian Macbrayne, you can access their timetables and route maps here.
Ronachan House is positioned only a short 10 minute drive from the ferry ports to the Scottish islands of Islay, Jura and Gigha so it is the perfect place to explore the further area while in Kintyre.
All of these ferries are vehicle ferries but they do accept passengers on foot and bike too.
travel to kintyre by BOAT
For groups of passengers thinking of travelling to Kintyre from Ireland, there is a fast passenger ferry service that shuttles up to 12 people plus luggage from the shores of Ireland across to our peninsula, and onward to the island of Islay too.
The Kintyre Express operates both a timetabled regular service and can be hired on a chartered basis. This fast passenger ferry service connects Ballycastle in Northern Ireland, Campbeltown on the south of the Kintyre Peninsula and Port Ellen on Islay.
Their 13.25 metre passenger ferry features a fully enclosed, centrally heated cabin with 12 airline-style seats so you can travel in comfort while enjoying a fast journey to your destination. For golfers, cyclists and those with lots of luggage, they have ample room to carry golf clubs, bikes and luggage free of charge.
Explore The Kintyre Express timetables and ticket prices here:
Modern Scottish
All the mod cons of a meticulous, contemporary restoration and fit out within the charm of a three-storey Scottish Victorian mansion
Gateway to the Islands
Ronachan offers the perfect base for exploring the Kintyre peninsula, with direct ferries to Islay, Jura, Gigha, Colonsay and Oronsay departing just a couple of miles up the road.
Views and Scenery
Spectacular unbroken sea views across to the islands of Islay, Jura, Gigha and Cara, with incredible sunsets beyond. Framed by painstakingly restored original windows that form part of the unique design of Ronachan House.
Style and Comfort
The perfect blend of cosiness and contentment, with a nod to the Scandi concept of Hygge, Ronachan envelops visitors in a big, heartwarming hug. Ronachan House provides a luxury and stunning backdrop to your holiday or event, respectful of traditional features while bringing in modern styling.
sandy Beach and Sea
Ronachan Bay is a near secluded beach directly accessed from the garden of the house. It offers white sands for you to stroll along, for the children to play on, and as a memorable backdrop to photographs of your event. Ronachan also has a resident colony of friendly seals who give the house its name.
An Accessible Getaway
Ronachan is beautifully positioned halfway between Tarbert and Campbeltown on the stunning Kintyre Peninsula on the Scottish west coast. It is a straight drive from Glasgow past some perfect stop spots such as Loch Lomond and Inverary.