Visiting Wick

Wick is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Wick?

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FAQs About Wick

How Do I Get To Wick?

If you are driving to Wick from Inverness, take the A9 northbound for approximately 104 miles until you reach Wick. From Glasgow, take the A82 northbound for approximately 138 miles, then join the A9 northbound for another 57 miles until you reach Wick.

If you prefer to travel by rail, you can take a train from Inverness or Aberdeen to Wick station. From Inverness, the journey takes around 4 hours and passes through some stunning scenery. From Aberdeen, the journey takes around 5.5 hours and also offers some great views.

If you are already in the local area, you may want to visit John O'Groats – a popular tourist destination approximately 16 miles north of Wick. Alternatively, you could take a trip to the beautiful Dunnet Head – the most northerly point on the UK mainland – which is around 15 miles west of Wick.

What's The Nearest Airport To Wick?

The closest airport to Wick is Wick John O'Groats Airport, which is only 3 miles away from the town center.

If you are driving from the airport to town, the shortest route is to take the A836 road directly to Wick. This will take around 10 minutes, depending on traffic.

Alternatively, you could take a taxi or public transport, which is also readily available at the airport.

Where Is Wick?