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

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead is to line 324 bus and ferry which costs £16 - £45 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead is to ferry and line 448 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £70.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Lochgilphead is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead without a car is to ferry and line 448 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lochgilphead?

There are 154+ hotels available in Lochgilphead.

Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and line 448 bus

There are 2 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead by ferry 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, line 448 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminal to TarbertCm6
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Lochnell Street448
3h 12m
£40–70
Line 324 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heritage Museum to Lochranza Pier324
2. Take the ferry from Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminal to TarbertCm6
4h 32m
£16–43

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Lochgilphead. However, you can take the taxi to Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Tarbert, walk to Ferry Terminal, then take the line 448 bus to Lochnell Street. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Lochnell Street via Heritage Museum, Lochranza Pier, Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminal, Tarbert, and Ferry Terminal in around 4h 32m.

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