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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Isle of Arran is to bus and line 11 bus and ferry which costs £27 - £60 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Isle of Arran is to bus and train and ferry which takes 5h 10m and costs £30 - £65.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Dunfermline and Isle of Arran is 89 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Isle of Arran without a car is to bus and train and ferry which takes 5h 10m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Dunfermline to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 132+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Dunfermline to Isle of Arran by bus, train, or ferry

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

Bus, train, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
5h 10m
£32–61
Bus, line 11 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Street11
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
5h 35m
£28–60
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
5h 13m
£45–78

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Isle of Arran, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dunfermline to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the bus to North Approach Road, take the bus to Buchanan Bus Station, 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 train from Dunfermline Town to Isle of Arran via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ardrossan Harbour, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, and Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal in around 5h 13m.

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