Step Back in Time at the Highland Folk Museum

Getting There

• Bus

  From Inverness City Centre, head to the bus station located at Farraline Park. Look for service number 27 or 28, which goes towards Newtonmore. Purchase a ticket to Newtonmore. The bus ride will take approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Once you arrive at Newtonmore, disembark at the bus stop in the village. From the bus stop, walk towards Kingussie Rd and follow the signs for Highland Folk Museum, which is about a 15-minute walk (1 mile) from there.

• Train and Bus Combination

  First, walk to Inverness Railway Station, which is located in the city centre. Take a train to Kingussie, typically taking around 40 minutes. When you arrive at Kingussie Station, exit the station and catch a local bus (service number 27 or 28) that heads towards Newtonmore. Ask the driver to drop you off at the nearest stop for Highland Folk Museum. This combination will take about 1.5 to 2 hours total, depending on waiting times.

• Walking (for the adventurous)

  If you're feeling adventurous and enjoy long walks, you can walk from Inverness to the Highland Folk Museum. This 35-mile trek will take you around 12 hours. Start by heading south on the A9 road, following the signs towards Aviemore. You can take breaks at various points along the way, but this is recommended only for experienced hikers with proper gear and provisions.