Getting to Mull by public transport:

Yes, using public transport alone it's possible to get to Fionnphort from London in about 11 hours. From Glasgow you can do it in under six hours.

Here's how the timings work:

• Rail to Oban 3hrs 20mins
• Ferry to Craignure 45 mins
• Bus from Craignure to Fionnphort 1hr 10mins

The services are timed to connect with each other, echoing a better, vanished time.

Rail to Oban

There is an excellent rail service from Glasgow Queen Street to Oban, taking you through spectacular Highland scenery in approx. 3hrs 20mins. For times and bookings go to: www.nationalrail.co.uk

Ferry to Craignure

Although this is a walk-on service you might want to book in the peak season.

Internet booking: www.calmac.co.uk
Telephone bookings: 08705 650000
Information hotline: 01475 650100

From the ferry at Craignure, take the Bowman's coach service to Fionnphort.

For a full timetable of coaches go to: www.bowmanstours.co.uk

From the bus stop at the jetty walk back up fifty metres and take a left down the hill past the cemetery. Continue walking to the end of the cul-de-sac. Dungrianach is the last house on the left at the end, adjoining the house with the blue roof.

You can also plan day trips all over Mull using Bowman's coaches. See website above for details.