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

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Dufftown is to ferry and train and bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Dufftown is to ferry and train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 18m and costs £95 - £220.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Dufftown?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Dufftown is 266 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Dufftown without a car is to ferry and train via Aberdeen which takes 8h 18m and costs £95 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Isle of Arran to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 178+ hotels available in Dufftown.

Isle of Arran to Dufftown - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Dufftown 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 via Aberdeen
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 Queen Street to Aberdeen
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Station
8h 18m
£96–220
Ferry, train, bus
cheapest
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 bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Station
4. Take the bus from Coach Park to The Clock Tower36A
9h 28m
£41–85
Ferry, train
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 Queen Street to Elgin
9h 55m
£63–161
Ferry, train, bus via Perth
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 Queen Street to Perth
4. Take the train from Perth to Aviemore
5. Take the bus from The Square to The Clock Tower36A
9h 59m
£47–130
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the bus from School Wynd to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cairngorm HotelE8
4. Take the bus from The Square to The Clock Tower36A
10h 30m
£48–85

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 264 mi
Duration: 8h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Dufftown. 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, walk to Glasgow Queen Street, take the train to Aberdeen, take the train to Keith Station, then take the taxi to Dufftown. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to The Clock Tower via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Harbour, Glasgow Central, Buchanan Bus Station, Station, Cairngorm Hotel, and Coach Park in around 9h 28m.

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