What is the cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon?

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon is to line 585 bus and line 901 bus and ferry which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon?

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £23 - £35.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Dunoon?

The distance between Ardrossan and Dunoon is 47 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ardrossan to Dunoon without a car?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 9m and costs £18 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Dunoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Dunoon is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Ardrossan to Dunoon.

Where can I stay near Dunoon?

There are 704+ hotels available in Dunoon.

Ardrossan to Dunoon - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 585 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon by train, ferry, bus, or car

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 Ardrossan Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Gourocktrain
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
2h 9m
£18–43
Line 585 bus, line 901 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Burnlea Roadbus 585
2. Take the bus from Crawford Street to Kempock Placebus 901
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
2h 14m
£11–24
Drive 94.1 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Dunooncar 94.1 mi
2h 1m
£23–34

Ardrossan to Dunoon by train and ferry

107Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ardrossan to Dunoon.

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Distance: 47.2 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Ardrossan, Scotland and Dunoon, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Ardrossan to Dunoon. However, you can take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, take the train to Gourock, walk to Gourock Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Dunoon Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Dunoon Ferry Terminal via Burnlea Road, Crawford Street, Kempock Place, and Gourock Ferry Terminal in around 2h 14m.

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