Mallaig travel guide

Mallaig Tourism | Mallaig Guide

You're Going to Love Mallaig

With a population of 780, Mallaig is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mallaig to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Mallaig

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Terrace (West Highland Hotel) and Island View Restaurant (West Highland Hotel) are great picks.

When to visit Mallaig

Mallaig in January
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mallaig in January
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mallaig

Plane

Although Mallaig doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Isle of Benbecula (BEB), which is located 106 km from Mallaig.

Train

Located 0.3 km from the city center, Mallaig is the busiest station in Mallaig. Another popular train station is Mallaig Morar, located 4 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Mallaig is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 199 km from Mallaig. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Mallaig doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Isle of Benbecula (BEB), which is located 106 km from Mallaig.

Train

Located 0.3 km from the city center, Mallaig is the busiest station in Mallaig. Another popular train station is Mallaig Morar, located 4 km from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Mallaig is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 199 km from Mallaig. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Mallaig

Airlines serving Mallaig

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (186 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (765 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (975 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (57 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (817 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (973 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,439 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Mallaig

Most booked hotels in Mallaig

The Old Library & Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 541 reviews)
$197+
West Highland Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1746 reviews)
$129+
The Marine Hotel
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$84+
The Morar Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.8, 2037 reviews)
$154+

Renting a car in Mallaig

Expect to pay $7.15 per gallon in Mallaig (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $85.85 and $114.47.

Expect to pay $7.15 per gallon in Mallaig (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $85.85 and $114.47.