Located 28 miles South West of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly are just a short flight or ferry trip away. There are three modes of transport to choose from offered by two operators. Flights on the plane and helicopter operate all year round and the ferry operates from late March to Early November. There are no commercial passenger services to or from the islands on Sundays although the ferry does make occasional Sunday sailings during the peak summer weeks. See below for more details.

We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover your transport in the event of cancellation or weather disruption.

Isles of Scilly Travel

Flights

Isles of Scilly Travel can fly you to the islands on their Twin Otter and aircraft. Daily flights operate year round from Lands End (15mins) airport in Cornwall and additional flights operate from Newquay (30mins) and Exeter (60mins) from Spring to Autumn. Check in times are up to an hour before the flight is due to depart.

The planes fly into St Mary's airport where taxis meet each flight to take you to your accommodation. Taxi fares are payable however there is no need to book in advance.

Penzance Helicopters 

A helicopter service to and from the islands operates from Penzance Heliport. Flights operate direct to St Mary's or Tresco taking 15 minutes.

Ferry

Isles of Scilly Travel also operate the Scillonian III passenger ferry which sails from Penzance to St Mary's from late March to early November. The Scillonian sails 6 days a week from April to early October (sometimes Sundays during the peak summer season) and normally 4 days a week at the beginning and end of the season.

The ferry trip takes around 2hrs 45mins leaving Penzance at 09:30 and leaving St Mary's at 16:30. Departure and arrival times can sometimes be affected by the weather and tide as can the length of the journey.

The quay at which the Scillonian docks is a 10-15 minute walk from The Bylet. Taxis need to be booked. Clearly labelled luggage will be delivered automatically by Island Carriers for a small charge.

For more detailed information and to book visit Isles of Scilly Travel or call them on 0845 7105555.