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

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackburn is to ferry and bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackburn is to ferry and train which takes 6h 12m and costs £45 - £170.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Blackburn?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Blackburn is 252 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackburn without a car is to ferry and train which takes 6h 12m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Isle of Arran to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1010+ hotels available in Blackburn.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Blackburn 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 Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the train from Ardrossan Harbour to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
6h 12m
£46–169
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
8h 43m
£35–95
Ferry, train via Carlisle
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Preston
7h 41m
£54–196

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 250.3 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Blackburn. However, you can take the taxi to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, walk to Ardrossan Harbour, take the train to Glasgow Central, take the train to Preston, then take the train to Blackburn. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Strawberry Bank via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Dock road, South Beach Road, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 43m.

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