The average train between South Queensferry and Ardrossan takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from South Queensferry to Ardrossan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between South Queensferry and Ardrossan. The earliest departure is at 12:10 AM at night, and the last departure from South Queensferry is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Ardrossan at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from South Queensferry to Ardrossan? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from South Queensferry to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Haymarket station and arriving at Ardrossan Town station via Glasgow Queen Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
South Queensferry to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
South Queensferry to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ardrossan Town station.
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The distance between South Queensferry and Ardrossan is 96.8 km. The road distance is 113 km.
You can take a train from Dalmeny to Ardrossan Town via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 58m.