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 which costs £29 - £85 and takes 8h 23m.

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 33m 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 which takes 8h 23m and costs £29 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Islay to Ardrossan, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ardrossan?

There are 582+ hotels available in Ardrossan.

Islay to Ardrossan - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

There are 3 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)plane ILY - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ardrossan Towntrain
2h 33m
£96–217
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
8h 23m
£30–81
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Drive from Castle Car Park to Ardrossancar
5h 54m
£39–95

Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

12Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Islay to Ardrossan.

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Distance: 98.6 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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 Hill Street via Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, Buchanan Bus Station, and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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