Largs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Largs

With a population of 11.126, Largs 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 Largs to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Largs

If you’re looking for affordable options, Allegria Eatery (86 Gallowgate St) and Tony Macaroni - Largs (2 Greenock Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Largs

Largs in February
Estimated hotel price
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Largs in February
Estimated hotel price
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Largs

Plane

Although Largs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 28 km from Largs. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Largs, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Largs to Edinburgh takes 1h 00m and costs around £13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £17 for a 3h 21m trip. The train station in Largs is called Largs, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Largs is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 308 km from Largs. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Largs, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Largs takes 93 km and will cost you around £13. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about £17 for a journey of 338 km.

Plane

Although Largs doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 28 km from Largs. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Largs, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Largs to Edinburgh takes 1h 00m and costs around £13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £17 for a 3h 21m trip. The train station in Largs is called Largs, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Largs is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 308 km from Largs. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Largs, including Megabus, FlixBus and National Express. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Largs takes 93 km and will cost you around £13. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about £17 for a journey of 338 km.

Airports near Largs

Airlines serving Largs

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Largs

Average rates range from around £90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £89 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Largs

Most booked hotels in Largs

St Leonards Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
£81+
Inverkip Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£114+
Haven House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£42+
The Woodhouse Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£56+
Brisbane House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£142+
The Old Rectory
4 stars
Poor (0, Poor reviews)
£58+

Hiring a car in Largs

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Largs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Largs is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Largs (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.77 and £23.69. The most frequently booked car type in Largs is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.