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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Isle of Arran (Island) is to bus and ferry which costs £22 - £70 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Isle of Arran (Island) is to train and ferry which takes 5h 53m and costs £30 - £150.

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

The distance between Preston and Isle of Arran (Island) is 237 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Isle of Arran (Island) without a car is to train and ferry which takes 5h 53m and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Preston to Isle of Arran (Island), including transfers.

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

There are 131+ hotels available in Isle of Arran (Island).

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

There are 3 ways to get from Preston 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 Preston to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
5h 53m
£31–144
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
8h 7m
£22–70
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Buchanan Bus Station181
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
8h 3m
£31–85

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 235.2 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Isle of Arran (Island). However, you can take the train to Glasgow Central, 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 Coach Stn to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station, Central Station Forecourt, Glasgow Central, Ardrossan Harbour, and Ardrossan Ferry Terminal in around 8h 3m.

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