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

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline is to ferry and train and bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline is to ferry and train and bus which takes 4h 15m and costs £30 - £65.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Dunfermline is 89 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline without a car is to ferry and train and bus which takes 4h 15m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2426+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline 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, bus
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 bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
4h 15m
£31–61
Ferry, line 11 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the bus from South Beach Road to Kilmarnock Bus Station11
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
5h 5m
£28–62
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 Haymarket
4h 52m
£49–76

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 88.8 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline. 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 Buchanan Bus Station, take the bus to North Approach Road, then take the bus to Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Dunfermline Town via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Harbour, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 4h 52m.

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