Directions to Westhaven Clachtoll | Map & Travel to Assynt

Getting to Westhaven

The Journey to Clachtoll

Westhaven is in Clachtoll on the north-west coast of Assynt, a wonderfully remote part of the Scottish Highlands.

The journey is part of the experience, with beautiful Highland scenery along the way. Allow plenty of time, particularly for the final part of the drive where the roads are quieter and more rural.

Travelling by car

Road Directions

From Inverness & the South

From Inverness, follow the A9 north and then take the A835 towards Ullapool.

Continue through Ullapool to Ledmore Junction, then turn left onto the A837 towards Lochinver.

Before reaching Lochinver, turn right onto the B869 towards Clachtoll. Westhaven is on the left shortly after entering Clachtoll.

From Thurso & the North

Follow the A9 south towards Golspie. After Golspie, turn right onto the A839 towards Lairg.

At Lairg, follow the A836 south briefly, then turn right onto the A839 towards Rosehall.

Continue onto the A837 towards Lochinver. Before reaching Lochinver, turn right onto the B869 towards Clachtoll. Westhaven is on the left shortly after entering Clachtoll.

Your final approach

Local Map of Clachtoll

Map showing Clachtoll and the location of Westhaven

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Other ways to reach Assynt

Air, Rail, Ferry & Bus

By Air

Inverness Airport is the most convenient airport for travelling onwards to Westhaven.

Allow plenty of time for the road journey from Inverness to Clachtoll, particularly if you plan to stop along the way.

For current flights and airport transport information, visit the Inverness Airport website . If you require a hire car, we recommend arranging it before travelling.

By Train

If travelling by rail, plan your train journey and onward transport together.

Inverness is the main rail hub for journeys from the south, while Lairg may also be useful depending on your route.

Visit ScotRail for rail information, or Caledonian Sleeper for overnight travel.

By Ferry

If travelling from the Isle of Lewis, Caledonian MacBrayne operates the Stornoway to Ullapool route.

From Ullapool, continue by road towards Ledmore Junction, Lochinver and Clachtoll.

Check sailing times, availability and service updates with CalMac before travelling.

By Bus

Public transport in this part of the Highlands is limited, so it is important to plan your complete journey to Clachtoll before travelling.

Check Scottish Citylink and Traveline Scotland for current journey options and timetables.

If you need a taxi for the final part of your journey, arrange it in advance.

Useful tip: Mobile phone coverage can vary in rural parts of the Highlands, so it is worth having your directions available before setting off on the final part of your journey.

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