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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Isle of Arran is to bus and ferry which costs £30 - £110 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Isle of Arran is to train and ferry which takes 5h 45m and costs £28 - £160.

How far is it from Preston to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Preston and Isle of Arran is 250 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Isle of Arran without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 8h 41m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Preston to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 132+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

Preston to Isle of Arran - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Preston 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 Preston to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Irvine
3. Take the ferry from Troon Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal
5h 45m
£29–155
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the ferry from Troon Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5b
8h 41m
£31–103
Train, ferry via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
3. Take the ferry from Troon Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal
7h 50m
£53–155

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 248.7 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the train to Glasgow Central, take the train to Irvine, drive to Troon Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, then drive to Isle of Arran. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Isle of Arran via Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Garden Place, Troon Ferry Terminal, and Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal in around 8h 41m.

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