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 £20 - £90 and takes 8h 34m.

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 38m and costs £45 - £180.

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

The distance between Preston and Isle of Arran (Island) is 247 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 38m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Preston to Isle of Arran (Island), including transfers.

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

There are 132+ 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 Irvine
3. Take the ferry from Troon Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal
5h 38m
£48–172
Bus, ferry
cheapest
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 34m
£21–90
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 44m
£43–142

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Isle of Arran (Island).

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Distance: 245.3 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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 Irvine, take the taxi to Troon Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Garden Place, and Troon Ferry Terminal in around 8h 34m.

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