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Inverkip And Wemyss Bay

Rothesay Castle – Lunderston Bay loop from Inverkip

Moderate

4.0

(1)

82

riders

Rothesay Castle – Lunderston Bay loop from Inverkip

03:26

74.9km

640m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 24, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes ferry crossings

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After 5.60 km for 11.5 km

After 31.4 km for 436 m

After 62.8 km for 4.26 km

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

4.95 km

Wemyss Bay Railway Station

Highlight • Rest Area

The station incorporates the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry terminal connecting mainland Scotland to Rothesay on the Isle of Bute.

The station was designed by James Miller in 1903 for the Caledonian …

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2

17.8 km

Rothesay Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Rothesay Castle is a magnificent ruined fortress in the heart of Rothesay. The castle is unique among Scottish castles due to its unusual circular plan and long history, which stretches …

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3

31.3 km

Rhubodach to Colintraive Ferry

Highlight • Rest Area

The Colitraive to Rhubodach ferry crossing is a quick and easy way to go to and from the Isle of Bute. The ferries run daily, and you can find the exact times on this web page calmac.co.uk/article/2927/Bute-Colintraive---Rhubodach

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4

31.9 km

The Colintraive Community Garden lies behind the village hall, approximately a quarter of a mile east from the ferry terminal.

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5

35.0 km

View of the Kyles of Bute

Highlight • Lake

6

40.3 km

Loch Striven and Loch Tarsan Scenic Route

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The most direct route from Dunoon to the Cowal Peninsula takes you over two decent hills, with great views of Loch Tarsen and Loch Striven. Watch out for HGVs and …

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7

67.2 km

McInroy's Point Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Structure

A ferry departs every 20-30 minutes. western-ferries.co.uk
On some days, queues can form on the road. However, pedestrians can usually always get on board. Tickets can be purchased online in advance.

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70.8 km

Lunderston Bay

Highlight • Rest Area

Glasgow's closest sandy beach!

It surprised me but there was a wee bike repair station there as well as working public toilets.

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73.2 km

Beach

Beach

B

74.9 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.6 km

18.1 km

17.2 km

16.2 km

2.97 km

857 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.8 km

16.8 km

2.18 km

1.96 km

210 m

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