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

The cheapest way to get from Methil to Isle of Arran is to bus and line 11 bus and ferry which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Methil to Isle of Arran is to train and ferry which takes 6h 9m and costs £55 - £120.

How far is it from Methil to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Methil and Isle of Arran is 132 miles.

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

The best way to get from Methil to Isle of Arran without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 9m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Methil to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 134+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

Methil to Isle of Arran - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Methil to Isle of Arran by train, 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.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Markinch to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
4. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
6h 9m
£55–112
Bus, line 11 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Hospital to North Approach RoadX27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Street11
4. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
7h 19m
£32–66
Train, ferry via Bayview Bar
1. Take the train from Markinch to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
4. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
7h 6m
£56–113
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glasgow
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
4. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
7h 32m
£36–77

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 131 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from Methil to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the bus to Railway Station, walk to Markinch, take the train to Haymarket, take the train to Glasgow Queen Street, walk to Glasgow Central, 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 National Court to Isle of Arran via Victoria Hospital, North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Hill Street, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, and Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal in around 7h 19m.

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