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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Ardrossan is to ferry and bus via Kilmarnock Bus Station which costs £29 - £85 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Ardrossan is to fly and train which takes 2h 29m and costs £95 - £220.

How far is it from Islay to Ardrossan?

The distance between Islay and Ardrossan is 99 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Ardrossan without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 7h 59m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Islay to Ardrossan, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ardrossan?

There are 591+ hotels available in Ardrossan.

Islay to Ardrossan - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Islay to Ardrossan by plane, 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.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)ILY - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ardrossan Town
2h 29m
£96–218
Ferry, bus via Kilmarnock Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
8h 21m
£30–81
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Anniesland Cross926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Town
7h 59m
£34–85
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Drive from Castle Car Park to Ardrossan
5h 54m
£39–95
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manse Court906 / ...
8h 58m
£32–81

Islay to Ardrossan by ferry, bus, and train

26Weekly Services

7h 59mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Islay to Ardrossan.

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Distance: 98.6 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Islay to Ardrossan. However, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, take the line 757 bus to Brick Lane, walk to Paisley Gilmour Street, then take the train to Ardrossan Town. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Town via Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, Anniesland Cross, Anniesland, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 59m.

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