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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Isle of Arran is to train and ferry which costs £23 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Isle of Arran is to train and ferry which takes 2h 38m and costs £23 - £50.

How far is it from Johnstone to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Johnstone and Isle of Arran is 38 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Isle of Arran without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 38m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Johnstone to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 132+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

Johnstone to Isle of Arran - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 11 bus

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

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Ardrossan HarbourGlasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
2h 38m
£23–48
Line 11 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Coodham Place to Hill Street11 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
2h 52m
£24–50

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 37.9 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

There is no direct connection from Johnstone to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the train to Ardrossan Harbour, walk to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, then take the taxi to Isle of Arran. Alternatively, you can take a train from Johnstone to Isle of Arran via Kilwinning, Coodham Place, Hill Street, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, and Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal in around 2h 52m.

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