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

The cheapest way to get from Maybole to Isle of Arran is to line 585 bus and ferry which costs £20 - £55 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maybole to Isle of Arran is to train and ferry and taxi which takes 3h 54m and costs £25 - £65.

How far is it from Maybole to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Maybole and Isle of Arran is 46 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maybole to Isle of Arran without a car is to train and ferry and taxi which takes 3h 54m and costs £25 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Maybole to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 135+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

Maybole to Isle of Arran - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and taxi

There are 2 ways to get from Maybole to Isle of Arran by train, ferry, taxi, 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.

Train, ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Maybole to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Kilwinning
3. Take the train from Kilwinning to Ardrossan Harbour
4. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
5. Take the taxi from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Isle of Arran
3h 54m
£26–62
Line 585 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Inches Road585
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
4h 2m
£20–50

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Distance: 46 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Maybole to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the train to Ayr, take the train to Kilwinning, 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 bus from Kirland Street to Isle of Arran via Ayr Bus Station, Inches Road, Hill Street, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, and Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal in around 4h 2m.

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