How to travel from Wells to Islay, United Kingdom
The distance between Wells and Islay is around 684km (425 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 40m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Wells to Islay by bus, ferry, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Islay → Wells if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Bristol (BRS) to Islay (ILY).
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost£220($260)
+ 2 others5 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Dunbar Asda Spott Rd then Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and then to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal then take a ferry to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal.
- Duration14h 5m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost£70($83)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Edinburgh and then to Oban then take a ferry to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal.
- Duration15h 40m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost£230($270)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wells and Islay
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Wells to Islay by bus, ferry, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around £70 ($83) and will take around 14h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £220 ($260).
The distance between Wells and Islay is around 684km (425 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 557km (346 miles)
It takes around 14h 5m to get from Wells and Islay by bus and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Wells to Islay is to fly which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx £220 ($260).
The cheapest way to travel between Wells and Islay is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around £70 ($83) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Wells and Islay. We recommend that you fly from Bristol (BRS) to Islay (ILY). instead which will take 3h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Wells and Islay. We recommend that you fly from Bristol (BRS) to Islay (ILY). instead which will take 3h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Wells and Islay. Flights depart from Bristol (BRS) and arrive at Islay (ILY) - via Glasgow (GLA). The flight takes around 2hrs.
There is no direct flight from Wells to Islay. There is however a flight that goes via Glasgow (GLA). This services will take at least 3h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Wells to Islay typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Bristol (BRS) and and arrive into Islay (ILY).
The closest major airport to Islay is Glenegedale Airport (ILY) (ILY) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Islay. Glasgow Airport (GLA) (GLA) and Belfast International Airport (BFS) (BFS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Wells to Islay. We recommend that you take the bus to Dunbar Asda Spott Rd then Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and then to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal then take a ferry to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal. instead which will take 14h 5m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wells to Islay is to take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 14h 5m and will usually cost around £70 ($83).
Compare travel optionsbetween Wells and Islay
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 5 similar | 3h 40m | £220($260) | 5 times a day | 684km (425 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 30m | £780($925) | once daily | 829km (515 miles) |
| Train to Exeter St Davids, Fly | 4h 40m | £790($935) | 5 times a day | 868km (539 miles) |
| Train to Birmingham New Street, Fly | 5h 5m | £250($295) | 5 times a day | 737km (458 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Ferry | 7h 45m | £100($115) | once daily | 774km (481 miles) |
| Fly to Edinburgh (EDI), bus and ferry | 8h 55m | £130($155) | twice daily | 840km (522 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 14h 5m | £70($83) | twice a week | 999km (621 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 15h 40m | £230($270) | once a week | 1,051km (653 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Wells and Islay
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
Caledonian MacBrayne
Train operators
First ScotRail Service
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Airports near Islay
The following major airports near Islay offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Glenegedale Airport (ILY)
- Distance
- 10km (6 miles) from Islay
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
- Distance
- 109km (68 miles) from Islay
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
- Distance
- 122km (76 miles) from Islay