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

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara is to ferry and line 585 bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara is to ferry and train which takes 3h 41m and costs £24 - £60.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Craig Tara is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara without a car is to ferry and train which takes 3h 41m and costs £24 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Craig Tara?

There are 504+ hotels available in Craig Tara.

Isle of Arran to Craig Tara - 2 ways to travel via train, and ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara by ferry, train, or bus

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the train from Kilwinning to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 41m
£25–60
Ferry, line 585 bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the bus from Hill Street to Ayr Bus Station585
3h 49m
£19–49

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara. 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 Kilwinning, take the train to Ayr, walk to Beresford Terrace, take the line 97 bus to Craig Tara Holiday Park, then walk to Craig Tara. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Craig Tara via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Dock road, Hill Street, Ayr Bus Station, and Craig Tara Holiday Park in around 3h 49m.

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