What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Brodick?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Brodick is to bus and ferry via Union Square Bus Station which costs £18 - £55 and takes 7h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Brodick?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Brodick is to train and ferry which takes 6h 19m and costs £40 - £120.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Brodick?

The distance between Aberdeen and Brodick is 199 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Brodick without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Brodick without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 19m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Brodick?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Aberdeen to Brodick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Brodick?

There are 590+ hotels available in Brodick.

Aberdeen to Brodick - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Aberdeen to Brodick by train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbourtrain
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
6h 19m
£42–120
Bus, ferry via Union Square Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
7h 39m
£18–51
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
7h 29m
£33–66

Aberdeen to Brodick by train, foot, and ferry

70Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Brodick.

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Distance: 197.4 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Brodick, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Aberdeen to Brodick. However, you can take the train to Glasgow Queen Street, walk to Glasgow Central, take the train to Ardrossan Harbour, walk to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Hill Street, and Ardrossan Ferry Terminal in around 7h 29m.

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