Travelling around the Outer Hebrides can be done by driving, public transport and cycling.
The chain of islands span just over 150 miles, and include 12 inhabited islands, stretching from Vatersay in the south to Lewis in the north.
Each island is connected by causeway, bridge, road or ferry making the journey through the islands a truly unique experience. The causeways are not tidal, so are always open - although they occasionally close if there is a bad storm.
ISLAND CONNECTIONS
- Vatersay and Barra - CAUSEWAY
- Barra and Eriskay - FERRY
- Eriskay and South Uist - CAUSEWAY
- South Uist and Benbecula - CAUSEWAY
- Benbecula and Grimsay - CAUSEWAY
- Grimsay and North Uist - CAUSEWAY
- North Uist and Berneray- CAUSEWAY
- Berneray and Harris- FERRY
- Harris and Scalpay - BRIDGE
- Harris and Lewis - ROAD
- Lewis and Great Bernera - BRIDGE
Roads are generally quiet, but get busier in the summer months. Some are single track and we urge you to take a read of our driving and cycling section for some tips on how to drive safely on our islands.
