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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Isle of Arran is to train and bus and line 11 bus and ferry which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Isle of Arran is to train and ferry which takes 6h 28m and costs £45 - £95.

How far is it from Windermere to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Windermere and Isle of Arran is 210 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Isle of Arran without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 28m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Windermere to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 132+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Windermere 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 Oxenholme Lake District 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
6h 28m
£47–95
Train, bus, line 11 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Windermere to Oxenholme Lake District
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisle
3. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus StationX76 / ...
5. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Hill Street11
6. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry TerminalCm5
8h 33m
£39–90
Train, ferry via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District 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
8h 3m
£52–134

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 208.9 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Windermere to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, take the train 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 train from Windermere to Isle of Arran via Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle, Halston Hotel, Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Hill Street, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, and Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal in around 8h 33m.

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