Kintyre 66: East and West Coast Driving Loop
Drive the core Kintyre 66 circuit down the eastern coast and back along the western side. The B842 supplies the slower coastal section before the A83 opens out on the return; promoted sightseeing spurs are kept off the driving line.
Driving roads near Kennacraig. Nearby visits are optional. · 64 miles · 129 minutes estimated driving · Circular
Photo: @ Alpin Stewart / Geograph
Highlights along the way
Kilbrannan Sound
The eastern Kintyre road opens towards the sound separating the peninsula from Arran.
West Kintyre coast
The A83 return contrasts with the slower eastern road and opens towards the western sea.
Before you set off
Allow extra time on narrow eastern-coast sections. Ferries, beach access roads and the Mull of Kintyre lighthouse road are separate choices. Check current road closures, vehicle suitability and weather before travel. Driving time excludes stops and live traffic. The route follows through-roads; all visits off the line are independent optional detours.