What is the cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island)?

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island) is to bus and line 585 bus and ferry via Girvan which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island)?

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island) is to train and ferry which takes 6h 28m and costs £24 - £55.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island)?

The distance between Portpatrick and Isle of Arran (Island) is 101 miles.

How do I travel from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island) without a car?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island) without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 28m and costs £24 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island)?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island), including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran (Island)?

There are 129+ hotels available in Isle of Arran (Island).

Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island) - 3 ways to travel via train, and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island) 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 Stranraer to AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
6h 28m
£24–54
Bus, line 585 bus, ferry via Girvan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Elder Avenue360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Ayr Bus Station58 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Inches Road585
4. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
7h 16m
£17–48
Bus, line 585 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Inches Road585
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
6h 29m
£18–48

Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island) by bus, foot, train, and ferry

35Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 100.1 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Isle of Arran (Island), Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Portpatrick to Isle of Arran (Island). However, you can take the line 367 bus to Cross, walk to Stranraer, take the train to Ayr, take the train to Kilwinning, take the train to Ardrossan Harbour, walk to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Cross, Port Rodie, Ayr Bus Station, Inches Road, Hill Street, and Ardrossan Ferry Terminal in around 6h 29m.

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