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

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Liverpool is to ferry and train and bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 10h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Liverpool is to ferry and train which takes 6h 51m and costs £55 - £190.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Liverpool?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Liverpool is 275 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Liverpool without a car is to ferry and train which takes 6h 51m and costs £55 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Isle of Arran to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2068+ hotels available in Liverpool.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Liverpool 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 Wigan North Western
6h 51m
£56–183
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 Shudehill Interchange
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One
10h 41m
£44–94
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry TerminalCm5
2. Take the bus from Crawford Street to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
9h 15m
£58–109

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 273.4 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Liverpool. 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 Wigan North Western, then take the train to Liverpool Lime Street. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Hill Street, Burnlea Road, Crawford Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 15m.

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