For most people, jumping in a car is the easiest and most obvious mode of transport when heading off to the mountains. But for those who fancy trying something different, why not consider using buses, trains or bikes to add a bit more adventure to your trip? We’re lucky to have rail and bus networks throughout Scotland which reach some of the most remote areas - and using public transport is also another way to make sure you do your bit for the environment.

Don’t forget that buses and trains can also be an advantage if you’re planning to do a long-distance or non-circular walk, taking away the hassle of either lengthy treks back or the need for multiple cars. Some great examples would be to take the train to Blair Atholl and walk through Glen Tilt and Glen Feshie before catching the train again at Kingussie or Aviemore, or why not jump off a train at Dalwhinne, traverse the Ben Alder hills then catch the train home at Corrour?

There’s a huge number of routes that work well with public transport and we’ve pulled together 12 of the best from the Walkhighlands website to help you get started.