What is the cheapest way to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran?

The cheapest way to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran is to ferry and bus which costs £23 - £75 and takes 9h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran?

The fastest way to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran is to ferry and train which takes 8h 53m and costs £55 - £120.

How far is it from Craignure to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Craignure and Isle of Arran is 154 miles.

How do I travel from Craignure to Isle of Arran without a car?

The best way to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran without a car is to ferry and train which takes 8h 53m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran?

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 135+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

Craignure to Isle of Arran - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Craignure to Isle of Arran by ferry, train, 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.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Oban to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
4. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
8h 53m
£56–112
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Lochnell Street423 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Tarbert to Lochranza Arran Ferry TerminalCm6
9h 6m
£24–71
Ferry, bus via Glasgow
1. Take the ferry from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal to Oban Ferry Terminal
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station976 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
9h 17m
£41–93

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 8h 53m

What companies run services between Craignure, Argyll and Bute, Scotland and Isle of Arran, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Craignure to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the ferry to Oban Ferry Terminal, walk to Oban, take the train to Glasgow Queen Street, walk to Glasgow Central, take the train to Ardrossan Harbour, walk to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, then take the taxi to Isle of Arran. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Craignure Mull Ferry Terminal to Isle of Arran via Oban Ferry Terminal, Station Road, Lochnell Street, Ferry Terminal, Tarbert, Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminal, Lochranza Pier, and Arran Heritage Museum in around 9h 6m.

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